salaryMontgomery is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Newport News to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,304
$1,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,356
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$75,100
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$260,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$2,634
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$146
👥 People living there
197,494
184,216
Commute to work
20.7 min
23.1 min
College degree
33.8%
30.6%
Own their home
54.4%
48.2%
Below poverty line
21.5%
14.5%
Unemployment
6.4%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Newport News for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Newport News | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $98,890 | +64% in Newport News |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,360 | $39,020 | +48% in Newport News |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $62,350 | +25% in Newport News |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $126,430 | +24% in Newport News |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $59,690 | +23% in Newport News |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $59,470 | +22% in Newport News |
| Medical Assistant | $35,810 | $43,620 | +22% in Newport News |
| Nurse Practitioner | $105,050 | $124,530 | +19% in Newport News |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Newport News cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,538 in Newport News.
What salary do I need in Newport News to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $65,526 a year gives the same standard of living in Newport News.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Newport News?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $75,100 in Newport News, 18% more in Newport News.
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