Grimes, Iowa vs. Raleigh, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is 8.9% more expensive than Grimes, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $81,702 in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Grimes, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is more expensive than Grimes, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Grimes, Iowa
Grimes, IA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Grimes, Raleigh is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.9% higher
      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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% higher
  Commute
  10.3% higher
  Health
  7.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% higher