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CHARLOTTE vs. RALEIGH
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Charlotte, North Carolina vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
2.7%
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$282,419
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Charlotte, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.7% higher
Child Care
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Food
1.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
19.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% higher
Commute
9.3% lower
Health
0.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.3% lower
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