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Newport News, VA vs Roanoke, VA
Newport News, VA vs Roanoke, VA: What the data shows
Newport News, VA is in Newport News, VA while Roanoke, VA is in Roanoke, VA — both in the same state. On home prices, Newport News, VA is the more affordable option at $223,800 median — $606,200 less than Roanoke, VA's $830,000. WYLT rates Newport News, VA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Roanoke, VA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Newport News, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Roanoke, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Newport News, VA has Low flood risk and Roanoke, VA has Low flood risk.
Roanoke, VA is the more walkable neighborhood. Newport News, VA scores 13/100 (car-dependent) versus Roanoke, VA's 74/100 (very walkable). For families weighing school quality, Newport News, VA has the higher school rating — Newport News, VA rates 8.4/10 and Roanoke, VA rates 8.2/10.
| Category | Newport News, VA | Roanoke, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $224K ✓ Lower price | $830K |
| Median Rent | $1K | $996 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $65K ✓ Higher income | $60K |
| Price Volatility | Low ✓ More stable | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 13/100 | 74/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 1/100 | 36/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 60/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 60 min | 60 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.4/10 ✓ Better schools | 8.2/10 |
| Best for | Families with kidsPeople with moderate incomesThose looking for lower housing costs than NYC | RentersRemote workersYoung families |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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