salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Virginia Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,881
$1,924
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,652
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$83,445
$100,266
🔑 Buying a house
$413,600
$382,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.3
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,472
$3,061
⚡ Electric bill per month
$144
$161
👥 People living there
690,130
456,349
Commute to work
24.7 min
23.4 min
College degree
48%
40.9%
Own their home
52.4%
65.1%
Below poverty line
14.1%
8.6%
Unemployment
4.5%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Nashville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Virginia Beach for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Nashville | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,390 | $39,020 | +33% in Virginia Beach |
| Truck Driver | $60,630 | $50,460 | -17% in Virginia Beach |
| Operations Manager | $119,990 | $100,340 | -16% in Virginia Beach |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,510 | $38,150 | -16% in Virginia Beach |
| Firefighter | $49,300 | $56,940 | +15% in Virginia Beach |
| Police Officer | $68,780 | $59,690 | -13% in Virginia Beach |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,420 | $30,820 | -10% in Virginia Beach |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,240 | $69,560 | -10% in Virginia Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Nashville or Virginia Beach cheaper to live in?
Nashville and Virginia Beach cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Virginia Beach to match $60,000 in Nashville?
About $60,998 a year gives the same standard of living in Virginia Beach.
Where do people earn more, Nashville or Virginia Beach?
The typical household earns $83,445 in Nashville and $100,266 in Virginia Beach, 17% more in Virginia Beach.
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