Moving from Newport News, VA to Virginia Beach, VA
The drive from Newport News to Virginia Beach covers 45 mi in about 1h 10m. Local moves still matter — school districts, tax jurisdictions, and housing micromarkets can all flip across short distances. This page pulls the latest federal and Zillow figures into a single side-by-side comparison to make those differences visible.
45 mi · 1h 10m by car · VA
Distance & route
| Route through | VA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 64, US 60, VA 165 |
| Major cities en route | Chesapeake, Norfolk, Hampton |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Newport News | Virginia Beach | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 97.941 | 97.941 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 89.579 | 89.579 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.767 | 96.767 | 100.0 |
| Services | 99.805 | 99.805 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Virginia Beach and Newport News is within ±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) — plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Virginia Beach is 0.0% above Newport News — $290,660 vs $427,032 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03). Budget the mortgage math early.
YoY change: Newport News +1.4%, Virginia Beach +2.8%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Newport News | Virginia Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 60°F | 60°F |
| January avg low | 31°F | 32°F |
| July avg high | 88°F | 87°F |
| Annual snowfall | — | 3.4" |
| Annual precipitation | 45.1" | 46.6" |
Annual average temperatures in Newport News (59.5°F) and Virginia Beach (59.8°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Virginia Beach averages 3.4 in of snow a year on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — a light winter by U.S. standards.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: NEWPORT NEWS INTL AP, VA US, OCEANA NAS, VA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Newport News | Virginia Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 184,774 | 457,066 |
| Median household income | $66,718 | $90,685 |
| Median age | 34.2 | 37.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 17.7% | 25% |
| Avg household size | 2.44 | 2.54 |
Income gap is large: median household income climbs 0.0% between Newport News and Virginia Beach (ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Virginia Beach MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 82,690 | $39,820 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 71,490 | $29,090 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 69,500 | $31,880 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 59,850 | $38,810 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 57,140 | $79,090 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20–30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Winter driving along this route
- I-64 across Afton Mountain and I-77 at Fancy Gap see chain requirements in winter storms.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Frequently asked
How does the job market in Virginia Beach compare to Newport News?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,990 in the Virginia Beach MSA vs $46,990 in the Newport News MSA, on total employment of 737,200 and 737,200 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How much do homes cost in Virginia Beach compared to Newport News?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $427,032 in Virginia Beach vs $290,660 in Newport News — a 46.9% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How far is Virginia Beach, VA from Newport News, VA?
The driving distance is 45 mi and the route typically takes 1h 10m via I 64 and US 60. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does household income compare in Newport News vs Virginia Beach?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $90,685 in Virginia Beach vs $66,718 in Newport News — a 35.9% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
When is the best time to move from Newport News to Virginia Beach?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 45 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Plan the move
Estimate costs with our moving cost calculator, or see where else to move from Newport News.
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