Cost of Living in Virginia Beach, VA
Population 456,349 · Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates
The median rent in Virginia Beach, VA is $1,714/month, 9% higher than the Virginia median and 21% higher than the U.S. median. The median home value is $382,500, 15% higher than the national median. Households earn a median of $92,968 a year, about the same as the state median.
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Virginia Beach vs. Virginia vs. U.S.
| Virginia Beach | Virginia | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,714 | $1,579 | $1,413 |
| Median home value | $382,500 | $383,700 | $332,700 |
| Median household income | $92,968 | $93,170 | $80,734 |
| Homeownership rate | 65.1% | 67.3% | 65.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 40.9% | 42.2% | 35.7% |
| Poverty rate | 8.6% | 9.9% | 12.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.0% | 4.3% | 5.2% |
| Work from home | 14.3% | 18.3% | 15.1% |
| Median age | 37.9 | 39.0 | 38.9 |
FAQ
What is the average rent in Virginia Beach, VA?
The median gross rent in Virginia Beach, VA is $1,714 per month (ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate).
How much do I need to earn to live in Virginia Beach, VA?
Using the common 30% rule, renting a median-priced home takes about $68,560 a year in gross income.
Is Virginia Beach, VA expensive to live in?
Rent there is 21% higher than the U.S. median, and the median home costs about 4.1 times the median household income.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Estimates have margins of error, especially for smaller places. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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