Ocala, Florida vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 5.0% more expensive than Ocala, Florida.

You would need a salary of $52,500 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Ocala, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is more expensive than Ocala, Florida
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% more expensive in Hickory
than in Ocala, Florida
Ocala, FL vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Ocala, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% lower
  Commute
  2.8% lower
  Health
  30.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher