Considerations when moving from Arlington to Virginia Beach

Cost of living: Arlington vs. Virginia Beach

Arlington Virginia Beach
Average rent cost $2,718 $1,950
Average home value $810,670 $402,391
Average income (per capita) $128,145 $81,810
Cost of living (single person) $6,867 $4,533
Cost of living (family of 4) $11,970 $5,910
Unemployment rate 4.0% 4.8%
  • Rent prices in Virginia Beach are 28% lower than in Arlington.
  • Home prices in Virginia Beach are 50.4% lower than in Arlington.
  • Income in Virginia Beach is 36.2% lower than in Arlington.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Virginia Beach is 34.0% lower than in Arlington.
  • The cost of living for a family in Virginia Beach is 50.6% lower than in Arlington.
  • The unemployment rate in Virginia Beach is 20.00% higher than in Arlington.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,980.34 in Virginia Beach to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Arlington.

How life is different in Arlington vs. Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach Arlington
Population 457,672 238,643
Political leaning Democratic 49.8-48.3 Democratic 81-17
Summer high 88ยบF 88ยบF
Winter low 32ยบF 27ยบF
Annual rain 47" 43"
Annual snow 6" 15"
Crime index 42.0 15.67
  • The population of Virginia Beach is approximately 92% greater than the population of Arlington.
  • In the last presidential election, Virginia Beach voted Democratic and Arlington voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Virginia Beach is 88ยบF and in Arlington, itโ€™s 88ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Virginia Beach reaches the temperature of 32ยบF and Arlington gets down to 27ยบF.
  • You can expect about 47 inches of annual rainfall in Virginia Beach vs 43 inches of rainfall in Arlington.
  • In Virginia Beach, it snows about 6 inches annually vs 15 inches of snow in Arlington.
  • Virginia Beach has a higher crime rate than Arlington with a crime index of 42.0 vs 15.67.

Things to do in Virginia Beach

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Virginia Beach has plenty to offer:

Museums in Virginia Beachtoggle

  • Military Aviation Museum
  • Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
  • Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Ferry Plantation House
  • Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum
  • Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum
  • Lynnhaven House
  • Tomstone Animation Art Gallery & Studios
  • Stravitz Sculpture & Fine Art Galleries

Parks in Virginia Beachtoggle

  • Neptune's Park
  • Mount Trashmore Park
  • Bayville Farms Park
  • Great Neck Park
  • Munden Point Park
  • Lotus Garden Park
  • Lynnhaven Colony Park
  • Jerrassic Park

Sports Teams in Virginia Beachtoggle

  • Virginia Beach United FC (USL League Two)

Universities in Virginia Beachtoggle

  • Atlantic University
  • Regent University
  • Virginia Wesleyan University

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Arlington to Virginia Beach?toggle

To ship furniture from Arlington to Virginia Beach with a mover will cost between $819 and $3,112. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,574โ€“$4,628, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Arlington to Virginia Beach will cost from $2,074โ€“$5,714.

How much are moving container companies from Arlington to Virginia Beach?toggle

Moving containers from Arlington to Virginia Beach will cost you $683 to $1,601 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,169 to $2,252. A larger home will cost $1,676 to $2,871.

How much is a moving truck from Arlington to Virginia Beach?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $266 to $498. A larger move will cost $313 to $589, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Arlington to Virginia Beach costs from $346 to $713.

How far in advance should I book Arlington-to-Virginia Beach movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Arlington to Virginia Beach at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Arlington-to-Virginia Beach movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Virginia Beach?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Virginia Beach is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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