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PALO ALTO vs. RALEIGH
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Palo Alto, California vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
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The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
76.3%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$168,569
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% cheaper in Raleigh
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Palo Alto, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
76.3% lower
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19.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
90.7% lower
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10.2% higher
Commute
37.0% lower
Health
12.0% lower
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Personal
7.4% lower
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