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CARY vs. ALTA
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Cary, North Carolina vs. Alta, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alta, California is
3.7%
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$51,842
in Alta, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Cary, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alta, California is
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% more expensive in Alta
than in Cary, North Carolina
Cary, NC vs. Alta, CA
Compared to Cary, Alta is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
9.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.7% higher
Commute
20.7% higher
Health
40.0% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
8.3% higher
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