Sonora, California vs. Lake Lure, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Lure, North Carolina is 9.6% cheaper than Sonora, California.

You would need a salary of $45,205 in Lake Lure, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Sonora, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Lure, North Carolina is cheaper than Sonora, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in Lake Lure
than in Sonora, California
Sonora, CA vs. Lake Lure, NC
Compared to Sonora, Lake Lure is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.6% lower
      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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  19.7% lower
  Health
  3.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% lower