Dana Point, California vs. Asheville, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Asheville, North Carolina is 48.4% cheaper than Dana Point, California.

You would need a salary of $46,450 in Asheville, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Dana Point, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Asheville, North Carolina is cheaper than Dana Point, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Asheville
than in Dana Point, California
Dana Point, CA vs. Asheville, NC
Compared to Dana Point, Asheville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% lower
  Commute
  28.8% lower
  Health
  31.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower