Romulus, New York vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 10.8% more expensive than Romulus, New York.

You would need a salary of $83,103 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Romulus, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is more expensive than Romulus, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Hickory
than in Romulus, New York
Romulus, NY vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Romulus, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  5.2% lower
  Health
  19.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower