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Cost of Living Calculator - Raleigh, North Carolina vs Seattle, Washington

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 63.9% more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $122,900 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% more expensive in Seattle
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs Seattle, WA
Compared to Raleigh, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
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  63.9% higher
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  8.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  160.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  30.6% lower
  Commute
  55.2% higher
  Health
  7.0% lower
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  Personal
  22.4% higher
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