salaryVirginia Beach is 3% 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
$1,783
$1,924
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$100,266
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$382,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$3,061
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$161
👥 People living there
273,212
456,349
Commute to work
20.3 min
23.4 min
College degree
36.8%
40.9%
Own their home
49.8%
65.1%
Below poverty line
12.6%
8.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for lower rent, shorter commutes.
- Pick Virginia Beach for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Reno | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $39,020 | +52% in Virginia Beach |
| Police Officer | $92,130 | $59,690 | -35% in Virginia Beach |
| Firefighter | $81,360 | $56,940 | -30% in Virginia Beach |
| Truck Driver | $63,790 | $50,460 | -21% in Virginia Beach |
| Plumber | $77,020 | $61,870 | -20% in Virginia Beach |
| Lawyer | $163,380 | $133,380 | -18% in Virginia Beach |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,600 | $64,370 | -18% in Virginia Beach |
| Carpenter | $62,350 | $51,500 | -17% in Virginia Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Virginia Beach cheaper to live in?
Virginia Beach is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,924 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Virginia Beach to match $60,000 in Reno?
About $58,175 a year gives the same standard of living in Virginia Beach.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Virginia Beach?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $100,266 in Virginia Beach, 13% more in Virginia Beach.