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LAFAYETTE vs. RALEIGH
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Lafayette, Louisiana vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
16.4%
more expensive
than Lafayette, Louisiana.
You would need a salary of
$23,273
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Lafayette, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
101% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette, LA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Lafayette, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
72.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.0% higher
Commute
12.7% lower
Health
17.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.4% higher
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