salaryNewport News is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Orlando to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,538
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,356
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$75,100
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$260,600
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,634
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$146
$164
👥 People living there
184,216
319,758
Commute to work
23.1 min
26.2 min
College degree
30.6%
42.5%
Own their home
48.2%
39.5%
Below poverty line
14.5%
14.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Newport News for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Orlando for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Newport News | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $45,520 | -20% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $62,350 | $50,820 | -18% in Orlando |
| HVAC Technician | $59,470 | $51,460 | -13% in Orlando |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $55,380 | -10% in Orlando |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,020 | $35,410 | -9% in Orlando |
| Cashier | $29,320 | $31,330 | +7% in Orlando |
| Registered Nurse | $89,450 | $83,550 | -7% in Orlando |
| Dental Hygienist | $98,890 | $92,560 | -6% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Newport News or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Newport News is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,538 a month there versus $1,955 in Orlando.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Newport News?
About $62,130 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Newport News or Orlando?
The typical household earns $75,100 in Newport News and $78,014 in Orlando, 4% more in Orlando.