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RALEIGH vs. STERLING
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Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Sterling, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Sterling, Virginia is
29.5%
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$64,746
in Sterling, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sterling, Virginia is
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Sterling
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Sterling, VA
Compared to Raleigh, Sterling is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.5% higher
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Food
9.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
56.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.5% lower
Commute
33.9% higher
Health
7.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
20.5% higher
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