Stoughton, Massachusetts vs. Apex, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Apex, North Carolina is 12.7% cheaper than Stoughton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $43,644 in Apex, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Stoughton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Apex, North Carolina is cheaper than Stoughton, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% cheaper in Apex
than in Stoughton, Massachusetts
Stoughton, MA vs. Apex, NC
Compared to Stoughton, Apex is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% lower
      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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% lower
  Commute
  32.5% lower
  Health
  5.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% lower