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RALEIGH vs. SEATTLE
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Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
63.9%
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$335,928
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% more expensive in Seattle
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Raleigh, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
63.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
8.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
160.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
30.6% lower
Commute
55.2% higher
Health
7.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
22.4% higher
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