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SEATTLE vs. RALEIGH
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Seattle, Washington vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
39.0%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$70,545
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Raleigh
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Seattle, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
44.0% higher
Commute
35.6% lower
Health
7.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
18.3% lower
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