salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Raleigh to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,538
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,356
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$75,100
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$260,600
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,634
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$146
$133
👥 People living there
184,216
481,031
Commute to work
23.1 min
23 min
College degree
30.6%
54%
Own their home
48.2%
50.7%
Below poverty line
14.5%
11.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Newport News for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Raleigh for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Newport News | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $45,640 | -20% in Raleigh |
| Operations Manager | $100,340 | $114,940 | +15% in Raleigh |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $78,980 | +14% in Raleigh |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,020 | $34,860 | -11% in Raleigh |
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $65,860 | +10% in Raleigh |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $41,900 | +10% in Raleigh |
| Electrician | $62,350 | $56,800 | -9% in Raleigh |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,820 | $33,100 | +7% in Raleigh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Newport News or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Newport News and Raleigh cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Raleigh to match $60,000 in Newport News?
About $60,132 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Newport News or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $75,100 in Newport News and $92,099 in Raleigh, 18% more in Raleigh.