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RALEIGH vs. HOUSTON
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Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
6.7%
cheaper
than Raleigh, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$147,857
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Houston
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Raleigh, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.7% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
32.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.6% lower
Commute
34.3% higher
Health
0.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.3% higher
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