Creston, Iowa vs. Raleigh, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is 42.4% more expensive than Creston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $71,210 in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Creston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is more expensive than Creston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
278% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Creston, Iowa
Creston, IA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Creston, Raleigh is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.4% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  210.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  42.4% higher
  Health
  21.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher