Rockland, New York vs. Raleigh, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is 7.3% more expensive than Rockland, New York.

You would need a salary of $53,669 in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockland, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is more expensive than Rockland, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
116% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Rockland, New York
Rockland, NY vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Rockland, Raleigh is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.8% lower
  Commute
  9.8% lower
  Health
  27.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower