Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Raleigh, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is 11.4% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,291 in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
31% cheaper in Raleigh
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Arlington Heights, Raleigh is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  29.6% lower
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% lower