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COLUMBIA vs. RALEIGH
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Columbia, South Carolina vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
21.2%
more expensive
than Columbia, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$88,884
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Columbia, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Columbia, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.2% higher
Child Care
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Food
4.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
100.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.0% lower
Commute
16.0% higher
Health
17.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.8% lower
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