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RALEIGH vs. MERRIFIELD
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Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Merrifield, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Merrifield, Virginia is
42.6%
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$71,289
in Merrifield, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merrifield, Virginia is
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Merrifield
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Merrifield, VA
Compared to Raleigh, Merrifield is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.6% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
13.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
96.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.4% lower
Commute
47.4% higher
Health
7.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
21.9% higher
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