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

The cost of living in Lafayette, California is 153.1% more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $126,565 in Lafayette, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, California is more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
313% more expensive in Lafayette
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs Lafayette, CA
Compared to Raleigh, Lafayette is:
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  153.1% higher
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  16.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  475.4% higher
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  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  39.7% higher
  Health
  27.7% higher
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  Personal
  11.7% higher
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