salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,881
$1,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,652
$1,356
💵 Families earn per year
$83,445
$75,100
🔑 Buying a house
$413,600
$260,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.3
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,472
$2,634
⚡ Electric bill per month
$144
$146
👥 People living there
690,130
184,216
Commute to work
24.7 min
23.1 min
College degree
48%
30.6%
Own their home
52.4%
48.2%
Below poverty line
14.1%
14.5%
Unemployment
4.5%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Nashville for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Newport News for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Nashville | Newport News | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,390 | $39,020 | +33% in Newport News |
| Truck Driver | $60,630 | $50,460 | -17% in Newport News |
| Operations Manager | $119,990 | $100,340 | -16% in Newport News |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,510 | $38,150 | -16% in Newport News |
| Firefighter | $49,300 | $56,940 | +15% in Newport News |
| Police Officer | $68,780 | $59,690 | -13% in Newport News |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,420 | $30,820 | -10% in Newport News |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,240 | $69,560 | -10% in Newport News |
Frequently asked questions
Is Nashville or Newport News cheaper to live in?
Nashville and Newport News cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Newport News to match $60,000 in Nashville?
About $60,998 a year gives the same standard of living in Newport News.
Where do people earn more, Nashville or Newport News?
The typical household earns $83,445 in Nashville and $75,100 in Newport News, 11% more in Nashville.
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