Portsmouth, VA vs Chesapeake, VA

Rent & cost of living comparison

Portsmouth, VA is 21% cheaper to rent than Chesapeake, VA, with median rents of $1,617 vs $2,041. Household income is higher in Chesapeake, VA ($95,373 vs $60,491). Portsmouth, VA is more renter-heavy at 42.1% renters.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents