Cape Charles, VA vs West Point, VA

West Point is moderately more affordable than Cape Charles, with a 14.7% lower cost of living index. Cape Charles scores 109 compared to 95 for West Point, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cape Charles can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cape Charles is $840/month compared to $1,297/month in West Point — a 35% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Cape Charles has cheaper rent, West Point actually has lower median home values ($256,600 vs $589,000).

Median household income in Cape Charles is $51,250 compared to $83,475 in West Point (-38.6%). West Point offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cape Charles spend roughly 19.7% of their income on rent, more than the 18.6% in West Point.