Median Home
$330,000
Rent (1BR)
$1,200/mo
Cost of Living
100 / 100
Unemployment
3.2%
Sunny Days
213/yr
Walkability
Car-Dependent
What It's Really Like in Virginia Beach
A family-friendly beach city with strong military presence, excellent schools, and a growing Town Center urban district. The resort area boardwalk and Chesapeake Bay access make it a popular destination.
Neighborhood Guide
Where to live in Virginia Beach based on your lifestyle and budget.
Town Center
trendyVirginia Beach's urban core with restaurants, shops, and walkable streets.
Avg Rent
$1,500
Home Price
$350,000
Walkability
Medium
Oceanfront
trendyAtlantic Avenue and boardwalk living with beach access and resort-area dining.
Avg Rent
$1,600
Home Price
$400,000
Walkability
Medium
Great Neck
family-friendlyWaterfront neighborhood with excellent schools and bay access.
Avg Rent
$1,400
Home Price
$400,000
Walkability
Low
Red Mill
suburbanSouth VB with newer homes, excellent schools, and Red Mill Commons shopping.
Avg Rent
$1,300
Home Price
$350,000
Walkability
Low
Cost of Living Breakdown
Compared to the national average (100). Below 100 = cheaper, above 100 = more expensive.
Groceries
98
2% below avg
Housing
92
8% below avg
Transportation
96
4% below avg
Healthcare
94
6% below avg
Utilities
98
2% below avg
Best Neighborhoods By Situation
Best for Families
- Great Neck — $1,400/mo rent
Best for Young Professionals
- Town Center — $1,500/mo rent
- Oceanfront — $1,600/mo rent
Most Affordable
- Red Mill — $1,300/mo rent
- Great Neck — $1,400/mo rent
Getting Around Virginia Beach
Walkability: Car-Dependent
Virginia Beach is primarily car-dependent. You'll need a vehicle for most daily activities including commuting, shopping, and entertainment.
Airport: ORF
Virginia Beach is served by ORF airport, connecting you to major domestic and international destinations. This is important if you travel frequently for work or want to visit family back home.
Jobs & Economy
Median Income
$73,904
Unemployment Rate
3.2%
State Income Tax
2-5.75%
Cost of Living Index
100
Top Industries
Military/DefenseTourismHealthcareTechnologyAgriculture
Major Employers
Naval Air Station OceanaSentara HealthcareGEICOVirginia Beach City Public SchoolsSTIHL
Popular Routes to Virginia Beach
People are moving to Virginia Beach from these cities.
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach
373 miles6.8hr driveI-95 North
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach
3,078 miles56hr driveI-40 West
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach
925 miles16.8hr driveI-40 West
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach
1,585 miles28.8hr driveI-40 West
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach
2,653 miles48.2hr driveI-40 West
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach
284 miles5.2hr driveI-95 North
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach
1,815 miles33hr driveI-40 West
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach
3,037 miles55.2hr driveI-40 West
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach
1,575 miles28.6hr driveI-40 West
Moving from Virginia Beach to Other States
Route guides from Virginia Beach, VA to every US state.
Virginia Beach → CaliforniaVirginia Beach → TexasVirginia Beach → FloridaVirginia Beach → New YorkVirginia Beach → PennsylvaniaVirginia Beach → IllinoisVirginia Beach → OhioVirginia Beach → GeorgiaVirginia Beach → North CarolinaVirginia Beach → MichiganVirginia Beach → New JerseyVirginia Beach → WashingtonVirginia Beach → ArizonaVirginia Beach → MassachusettsVirginia Beach → TennesseeVirginia Beach → IndianaVirginia Beach → MarylandVirginia Beach → MissouriVirginia Beach → WisconsinVirginia Beach → ColoradoVirginia Beach → MinnesotaVirginia Beach → South CarolinaVirginia Beach → AlabamaVirginia Beach → LouisianaVirginia Beach → KentuckyVirginia Beach → OregonVirginia Beach → OklahomaVirginia Beach → ConnecticutVirginia Beach → UtahVirginia Beach → IowaVirginia Beach → NevadaVirginia Beach → ArkansasVirginia Beach → MississippiVirginia Beach → KansasVirginia Beach → New MexicoVirginia Beach → NebraskaVirginia Beach → IdahoVirginia Beach → West VirginiaVirginia Beach → HawaiiVirginia Beach → New HampshireVirginia Beach → MaineVirginia Beach → Rhode IslandVirginia Beach → MontanaVirginia Beach → DelawareVirginia Beach → South DakotaVirginia Beach → North DakotaVirginia Beach → AlaskaVirginia Beach → District of ColumbiaVirginia Beach → VermontVirginia Beach → Wyoming
Moving from Virginia Beach to Metro Areas
Route guides from Virginia Beach to major metropolitan areas.
Virginia Beach → New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJVirginia Beach → Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CAVirginia Beach → Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-INVirginia Beach → San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CAVirginia Beach → Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TXVirginia Beach → Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVVirginia Beach → Trenton-Princeton, NJVirginia Beach → Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CTVirginia Beach → Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MDVirginia Beach → Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FLVirginia Beach → Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZVirginia Beach → Vallejo, CAVirginia Beach → Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TXVirginia Beach → Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WAVirginia Beach → Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MDVirginia Beach → Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WAVirginia Beach → Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NHVirginia Beach → Denver-Aurora-Centennial, COVirginia Beach → Kenosha, WIVirginia Beach → Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
Moving from Virginia Beach to Major Cities
Route guides from Virginia Beach to the largest US cities.
Virginia Beach → New York, NYVirginia Beach → Los Angeles, CAVirginia Beach → Chicago, ILVirginia Beach → Houston, TXVirginia Beach → Phoenix, AZVirginia Beach → Philadelphia, PAVirginia Beach → San Antonio, TXVirginia Beach → San Diego, CAVirginia Beach → Dallas, TXVirginia Beach → Austin, TXVirginia Beach → San Jose, CAVirginia Beach → Jacksonville, FLVirginia Beach → Fort Worth, TXVirginia Beach → Columbus, OHVirginia Beach → Charlotte, NCVirginia Beach → Indianapolis, INVirginia Beach → San Francisco, CAVirginia Beach → Seattle, WAVirginia Beach → Denver, COVirginia Beach → Nashville, TNVirginia Beach → Oklahoma City, OKVirginia Beach → Washington, DCVirginia Beach → El Paso, TXVirginia Beach → Boston, MAVirginia Beach → Portland, ORVirginia Beach → Las Vegas, NVVirginia Beach → Memphis, TNVirginia Beach → Louisville, KYVirginia Beach → Baltimore, MDVirginia Beach → Milwaukee, WI
Your Virginia Beach Newcomer Checklist
A 30-60-90 day plan to get settled in your new city.
30
First 30 Days
- Update your driver's license & vehicle registration
- Register to vote at your new address
- Set up utilities (electric, water, internet)
- Find a primary care doctor & dentist
- Open a local bank account if needed
- Explore your neighborhood on foot
60
Days 30–60
- Join a local gym, club, or meetup group
- Try restaurants in different neighborhoods
- Find your go-to grocery store & pharmacy
- Learn the best commute routes & shortcuts
- Attend a local event or festival
- Meet your neighbors — introduce yourself
90
Days 60–90
- Establish a weekend routine (parks, brunch spots)
- Build a professional network in your industry
- Find a favorite coffee shop to work from
- Explore day-trip destinations nearby
- Start feeling like a local — give directions!
- Invite friends & family to visit your new home