City vs city
Newport News, VA vs Chesapeake, VA
| Newport News | Chesapeake | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 184,774 | 251,153 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.2% | 0.7% |
| Median home value | $243,300 | $359,100 |
| Median rent | $1,285 | $1,523 |
| Household income | $66,718 | $94,189 |
| Unemployment | 5.9% | 4.9% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 18% | 22% |
| State crime /100k | 1,604 | 1,604 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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