Douglas, Georgia vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 21.3% more expensive than Douglas, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $60,660 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Douglas, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is more expensive than Douglas, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Hickory
than in Douglas, Georgia
Douglas, GA vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Douglas, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  13.2% higher
  Health
  26.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher