Cost of Living in Raleigh
United States • Pop: 0.5M
Raleigh offers Research Triangle jobs with excellent value for money.
Research TriangleLow cost of livingTop universitiesGrowing tech scene
Cost
Index
Index
52
Rent
Index
Index
48
Avg Net Salary
$3,800/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
52
48% cheaperRent
48
52% cheaperGroceries
85
15% cheaperRestaurants
82
18% cheaperTransport
100
Same as NYCUtilities
90
10% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Raleigh to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $26,000 | Save $24,000 |
| $75,000 | $39,000 | Save $36,000 |
| $100,000 | $52,000 | Save $48,000 |
| $125,000 | $65,000 | Save $60,000 |
| $150,000 | $78,000 | Save $72,000 |
| $200,000 | $104,000 | Save $96,000 |
Living in Raleigh: What to Expect
Raleigh has a cost of living index of 52, meaning it is 48% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Raleigh is approximately $3,800 ($3,800 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 48
- Groceries: Index of 85
- Restaurants: Index of 82
- Transport: Index of 100
- Utilities: Index of 90
Key highlights: Research Triangle, Low cost of living, Top universities, Growing tech scene.
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