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CHICAGO vs. RALEIGH
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
4.7%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$47,672
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% cheaper in Raleigh
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Chicago, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
19.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.8% higher
Commute
36.0% lower
Health
7.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.6% lower
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