Santa Monica, California vs. Raleigh, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is 62.3% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $70,803 in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% cheaper in Raleigh
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Santa Monica, Raleigh is:
  Homeowner
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  62.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  22.6% higher
  Commute
  42.8% lower
  Health
  5.1% higher
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  Personal
  5.6% lower
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