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Newport News, VA vs Virginia Beach, VA
Newport News, VA vs Virginia Beach, VA: What the data shows
Newport News, VA is in Newport News, VA while Virginia Beach, VA is in Virginia Beach, VA — both in the same state. On home prices, Newport News, VA is the more affordable option at $223,800 median — $314,100 less than Virginia Beach, VA's $537,900. WYLT rates Newport News, VA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Virginia Beach, 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. Virginia Beach, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Newport News, VA has Low flood risk and Virginia Beach, VA has High flood risk.
Newport News, VA is the more walkable neighborhood. Newport News, VA scores 13/100 (car-dependent) versus Virginia Beach, VA's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Virginia Beach, VA has the higher school rating — Newport News, VA rates 8.4/10 and Virginia Beach, VA rates 8.8/10.
| Category | Newport News, VA | Virginia Beach, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $224K ✓ Lower price | $538K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $65K | $93K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Low ✓ More stable | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 13/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 1/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | N/A |
| Commute | 60 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.4/10 | 8.8/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families with kidsPeople with moderate incomesThose looking for lower housing costs than NYC | Families with childrenMilitary familiesRetirees seeking beach lifestyle |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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