Lancaster, California vs. Raleigh, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is 11.0% cheaper than Lancaster, California.

You would need a salary of $56,988 in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is cheaper than Lancaster, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
23% cheaper in Raleigh
than in Lancaster, California
Lancaster, CA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Lancaster, Raleigh is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% lower
      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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.4% lower
  Commute
  25.7% lower
  Health
  6.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower