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Cost of Living Calculator - Raleigh, North Carolina vs Bakersfield, California

The cost of living in Bakersfield, California is 1.0% more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $40,394 in Bakersfield, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bakersfield, California is more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
16% more expensive in Bakersfield
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs Bakersfield, CA
Compared to Raleigh, Bakersfield is:
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  1.0% higher
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  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.4% lower
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  Utilities
  12.7% higher
  Commute
  16.9% higher
  Health
  3.4% lower
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  Personal
  4.9% higher
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