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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Data: HUD rent estimates, BLS cost of living

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You'd spend $1.3K/month more in Newport News, VA

$150.0K in your current city equals $165.9K in Newport News, VA

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 17.6%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,324
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$15.9K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Montgomery, AL

Population:201K
Cost Index:
100
100 = national average
Median Home:$104K

Newport News, VA

Population:183K
Cost Index:
118
(18% above avg)
Median Home:$288K

Montgomery, AL

The Heart of Dixie

201K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Alabama, this city has a population of 201K residents.

Newport News, VA

The Old Dominion State

183K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Virginia, this city has a population of 183K residents.

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Montgomery, AL vs Newport News, VA

Housing
↑ 38.0%
Montgomery, AL
$1,845
Newport News, VA
$2,547
Difference
$702
more
Other
↑ 12.1%
Montgomery, AL
$1,523
Newport News, VA
$1,707
Difference
$184
more
Healthcare
↑ 22.9%
Montgomery, AL
$514
Newport News, VA
$632
Difference
$118
more
Transportation
↑ 6.8%
Montgomery, AL
$1,202
Newport News, VA
$1,284
Difference
$81.96
more
All Utilities
↑ 6.1%
Montgomery, AL
$541
Newport News, VA
$574
Difference
$32.79
more
Groceries
→ 0.0%
Montgomery, AL
$959
Newport News, VA
$959
Difference
$0
same

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$830
To$1,445
↑ $615
1 Bed
From$840
To$1,465
↑ $625
2 Bed
From$980
To$1,660
↑ $680
3 Bed
From$1,255
To$2,305
↑ $1,050
Montgomery, ALZIP-level data

1BR range: $750–$1,110/mo

Newport News, VAZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,240–$1,940/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,585
Monthly in Montgomery, AL
$7,703
Monthly in Newport News, VA
$1,118
Difference

Home Values

Montgomery
Newport News
$104K
Median Value
$288K
↓ -0.1%
YoY Change
↑ +1.3%
↑ +27.6%
5-Year Change
↑ +38%
$45K - $250K
Price Range
$180K - $356K

Homes in Newport News are 177% more expensive than Montgomery

Calculate payment - MontgomeryCalculate payment - Newport News

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↓ $908
More taxes
Monthly Difference
$75.63
Less take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.6%
Rate difference

Montgomery, AL

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Alabama State Tax
Effective: 5.0%
$7.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.6%
$44.5K
Take-Home Pay
$8,794/month
$105.5K

Newport News, VA

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Virginia State Tax
Effective: 5.6%
$8.4K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.3%
$45.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,718/month
$104.6K

Additional Tax Information

Montgomery, AL Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.1%
Property Tax:0.4%

Newport News, VA Tax Rates

Sales Tax:5.7%
Property Tax:0.8%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Montgomery
Newport News
42 Good
Air Quality
32 Good
69%
Good Air Days
85.8%
92 Moderate
Climate Risk
81 Moderate
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🌅
▲+2.6°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.6°F
62 days
Heat Days >95°F
21 days
▲+2.6°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.6°F
62 days
Heat Days >95°F
21 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Alabama and Virginia on TaxTakeHome.com

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