Head to head
Mobile, AL vs Newport News, VA
Mobile is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $311/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $7,000 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Mobile63 | Newport News61 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,692 | $4,003 |
| Salary for comfort | $68,000/yr | $75,000/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,311 | $1,587 |
| Median home value | $170,300 | $243,300 |
| Median household income | $51,090 | $66,718 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Housing score | 65 | 65 |
| Jobs score | 56 | 56 |
| Safety score | 60 | 60 |
| Climate score | 61 | 69 |
| Amenities score | 21 | 10 |
| Population | 185.1K | 184.8K |
| Summer high / winter low | 90° / 40° | 90° / 32° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Mobile, AL
Newport News, VA