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SAN JOSE vs. RALEIGH
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San Jose, California vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
52.4%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$2,381,395
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Raleigh
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to San Jose, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
52.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
72.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.4% higher
Commute
41.3% lower
Health
12.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.4% lower
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