Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 72.4% more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $199,941 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Oakland
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Raleigh, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
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  72.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  166.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  42.0% higher
  Health
  23.2% higher
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  Personal
  13.8% higher
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