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RALEIGH vs. CARLSBAD
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Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Carlsbad, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Carlsbad, California is
91.9%
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$479,732
in Carlsbad, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carlsbad, California is
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
209% more expensive in Carlsbad
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Carlsbad, CA
Compared to Raleigh, Carlsbad is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
91.9% higher
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Food
12.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
219.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.7% lower
Commute
41.8% higher
Health
6.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.2% higher
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