Rome, New York vs. Cary, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cary, North Carolina is 37.3% more expensive than Rome, New York.

You would need a salary of $68,675 in Cary, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cary, North Carolina is more expensive than Rome, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
255% more expensive in Cary
than in Rome, New York
Rome, NY vs. Cary, NC
Compared to Rome, Cary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.3% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  292.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% lower
  Commute
  5.2% higher
  Health
  14.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower