Rochester, New York vs. Raleigh, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is 23.1% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $49,231 in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
226% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Rochester, Raleigh is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.1% higher
      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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  264.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  2.2% lower
  Health
  11.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower