salaryNewport News is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,538
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,356
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$75,100
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$260,600
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,634
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$146
$146
👥 People living there
184,216
188,065
Commute to work
23.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
30.6%
50%
Own their home
48.2%
42.3%
Below poverty line
14.5%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Newport News for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Newport News | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $85,050 | +42% in Tempe |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,020 | $47,530 | +22% in Tempe |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $46,410 | +22% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,080 | +21% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $29,320 | $34,920 | +19% in Tempe |
| Truck Driver | $50,460 | $59,770 | +18% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $51,500 | $60,320 | +17% in Tempe |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,820 | $35,960 | +17% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Newport News or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Newport News is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,538 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Newport News?
About $63,293 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Newport News or Tempe?
The typical household earns $75,100 in Newport News and $85,917 in Tempe, 13% more in Tempe.