Virginia Beach delivers a lifestyle rich in culture, outdoor recreation, and coastal charm—without the premium price that comes with many other U.S. metros. Whether you’re relocating employees or attracting top talent, our city offers affordable options that make it easy to call Virginia Beach home.
Cost of Living
Attractive affordability
In Virginia Beach, an exceptional quality of life doesn't come with a premium price tag. Our steady affordability helps attract and retain young employees and families — offering them the freedom to save, invest, and thrive. Compare other cities to Virginia Beach.
Virginia Beach’s cost of living is -6.3% below the national average, with savings across key essentials. Monthly expenses for a homeowner in Virginia Beach compared to the U.S. average:
Housing
Options for every lifestyle
Single-family suburban homes, modern apartments, waterfront condos—there’s a vast selection of housing options waiting in Virginia Beach, along with a favorable market for both buyers and renters.
- Cost of rent: -5.7% lower than the U.S. average
- Cost of buying a home: -24.3% lower than the U.S. average
Source: Average Housing Cost in Virginia Beach, VA vs. National Average (Apartments.com , Cost of Living in Virginia Beach, June 2025 )
A fair-weather forecast
Virginia Beach’s temperate coastal climate offers mild winters, warm summers, and ocean breezes that keep things comfortable year-round. Average temperatures range from 45°F in January to 90.2°F in July, with more than 200 sunny days per year—perfect for outdoor living.
Virginia Beach climate at a glance
Average Day Temp. | Average Night Temp. | Average Precipitation | Water Temperature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 45 F | 38 F | 2.1 in. | 43.8 F |
April | 64.5 F | 55 F | 2.1 in. | 55.2 F |
July | 90.2 F | 78.6 F | 3.2 in. | 81.4 F |
October | 71.5 F | 62.7 F | 2.4 in. | 70.6 F |
Source: WorldWeather.com
MSA | Median existing home sale price |
|---|---|
Virginia Beach | $350,200 |
Philadelphia | $363,000 |
Atlanta | $369,400 |
Jacksonville | $390,000 |
Baltimore | $393,000 |
Charlotte, NC | $411,200 |
Raleigh, NC | $443,900 |
Charleston, SC | $452,100 |
Portland | $591,200 |
Washington, D.C. | $630,900 |
Miami | $643,900 |
New York, NY | $730,600 |
Boston | $734,000 |
Seattle | $772,900 |
Los Angeles | $862,600 |
San Diego | $1,036,500 |
San Francisco | $1,320,000 |
Source: National Association of REALTORS®, Median Sales Price of Existing Single-Family Homes for Metropolitan Areas , Q1 2025
Top-tier care, close to home
Virginia Beach is part of a thriving regional healthcare hub with nationally ranked hospitals, advanced research institutions, and specialty care centers—all ensuring high-quality care for our residents.
High-performing hospitals
Sentara Healthcare —the region’s largest provider—operates seven acute-care hospitals in the area, two of which are in Virginia Beach. The area is also home to Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters —Virginia’s only freestanding pediatric hospital—and Eastern Virginia Medical School , a leader in clinical research and medical education.
- 5200+ physicians, 30 acute care and specialty hospitals, 4,200 staffed beds.
- Sentara Heart Hospital is ranked among the top one percent in the country for cardiology and heart surgery.
- Three of Sentara’s hospitals—including Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach—were named Newsweek’s best-in-state hospitals in 2025.
Acute-care and general hospitals
- Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital
- Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
- Chesapeake Regional Medical Center
- Riverside Regional Medical Center
- Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
- Sentara CarePlex Hospital
- Sentara Leigh Hospital
- Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
- Sentara Obici Hospital
- Sentara Princess Anne Hospital*
- Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital*
Speciality hospitals
- Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters
- Select Specialty Hospital - Hampton Roads
- Hospital for Extended Recovery
- Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health
- Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital
- Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
- Portsmouth Riverside Behavioral Health Center
- Riverside Mental Health & Recovery Center
- Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center*
* Located in Virginia Beach
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