Clayton, Georgia vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 1.5% more expensive than Clayton, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $76,122 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Clayton, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is more expensive than Clayton, Georgia
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
25% more expensive in Hickory
than in Clayton, Georgia
Clayton, GA vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Clayton, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% higher
      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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  5.7% higher
  Health
  25.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower