Ridgecrest, California vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 8.2% cheaper than Ridgecrest, California.

You would need a salary of $110,135 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Ridgecrest, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is cheaper than Ridgecrest, California
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
18% cheaper in Hickory
than in Ridgecrest, California
Ridgecrest, CA vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Ridgecrest, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.9% lower
  Commute
  21.5% lower
  Health
  37.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower