salaryVirginia Beach is 4% cheaperBased 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
$1,814
$1,924
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$100,266
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$382,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$3,061
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$161
👥 People living there
1,579,706
456,349
Commute to work
31.7 min
23.4 min
College degree
35.4%
40.9%
Own their home
51.8%
65.1%
Below poverty line
21.4%
8.6%
Unemployment
8.1%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Virginia Beach for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $89,580 | $59,690 | -33% in Virginia Beach |
| Firefighter | $78,050 | $56,940 | -27% in Virginia Beach |
| Lawyer | $170,660 | $133,380 | -22% in Virginia Beach |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,570 | $63,380 | -19% in Virginia Beach |
| Customer Service Representative | $47,070 | $38,150 | -19% in Virginia Beach |
| Operations Manager | $121,630 | $100,340 | -18% in Virginia Beach |
| Plumber | $74,860 | $61,870 | -17% in Virginia Beach |
| Carpenter | $61,780 | $51,500 | -17% in Virginia Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or Virginia Beach cheaper to live in?
Virginia Beach is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,924 a month there versus $1,814 in Philadelphia.
What salary do I need in Virginia Beach to match $60,000 in Philadelphia?
About $57,301 a year gives the same standard of living in Virginia Beach.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or Virginia Beach?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $100,266 in Virginia Beach, 33% more in Virginia Beach.
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