Oceanside, California vs. Duck, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Duck, North Carolina is 8.8% cheaper than Oceanside, California.

You would need a salary of $68,429 in Duck, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Oceanside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Duck, North Carolina is cheaper than Oceanside, California
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
41% cheaper in Duck
than in Oceanside, California
Oceanside, CA vs. Duck, NC
Compared to Oceanside, Duck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.8% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  38.6% lower
  Health
  46.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher