salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Raleigh to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,999
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$133
👥 People living there
505,268
481,031
Commute to work
26.5 min
23 min
College degree
59.2%
54%
Own their home
46.4%
50.7%
Below poverty line
16.9%
11.9%
Unemployment
5.9%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Raleigh for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Atlanta | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $34,860 | +89% in Raleigh |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,570 | $60,170 | -21% in Raleigh |
| Registered Nurse | $100,490 | $84,830 | -16% in Raleigh |
| Civil Engineer | $88,000 | $101,440 | +15% in Raleigh |
| Truck Driver | $59,100 | $52,110 | -12% in Raleigh |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $124,300 | +11% in Raleigh |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $119,090 | $108,480 | -9% in Raleigh |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $65,860 | +8% in Raleigh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Raleigh cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Raleigh to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $58,860 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $92,099 in Raleigh, 0% more in Atlanta.