Cost of Living in Newport News city, VA

What does it cost to live in Newport News city? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$63,355

Median Rent

$1,209/mo

Median Home

$233,400

Affordability

361

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,180
Property Tax$206
Insurance$78

Total Monthly$1,464
% of Income27.7%

Renting

Median Rent$1,209
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,234
% of Income22.9%

Living in Newport News city, Virginia

Newport News city has a median household income of $63,355 with housing costs that represent 27.7% of income for owners and 22.9% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.