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FOREST vs. RALEIGH
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Forest, Virginia vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
6.8%
more expensive
than Forest, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$53,389
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Forest, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Forest, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Forest, Virginia
Forest, VA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Forest, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
11.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.6% lower
Commute
22.2% higher
Health
9.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.3% lower
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