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DES MOINES vs. RALEIGH
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
30.1%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$65,057
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Des Moines, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
30.1% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
94.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.6% higher
Commute
18.6% higher
Health
7.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.8% higher
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