Richmond, Virginia vs. Raleigh, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is 6.6% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $56,475 in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Richmond, Raleigh is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% higher
  Commute
  6.1% higher
  Health
  4.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower