Virginia Beach is part of the Hampton Roads metro area and has an economy heavily influenced by the military, particularly Naval Station Norfolk, the largest naval base in the world. The city has a strong cybersecurity and defense contracting sector, along with a growing tourism industry. Professionals with security clearances are in especially high demand, and the moderate cost of living provides good value compared to nearby Washington DC.
Average Salary
$108,000
Population
460K
Cost of Living
moderate