Marietta, Georgia vs. Lake Lure, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Lure, North Carolina is 11.7% cheaper than Marietta, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $44,157 in Lake Lure, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Marietta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Lure, North Carolina is cheaper than Marietta, Georgia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% cheaper in Lake Lure
than in Marietta, Georgia
Marietta, GA vs. Lake Lure, NC
Compared to Marietta, Lake Lure is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  42.2% lower
  Health
  25.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% lower