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 $89,707 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
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  Food
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  44.0% higher
  Commute
  35.6% lower
  Health
  7.5% higher
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  Personal
  18.3% lower
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