salaryRaleigh is 6% cheaperBased 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
$1,619
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$133
👥 People living there
573,243
481,031
Commute to work
29.1 min
23 min
College degree
36.1%
54%
Own their home
47.5%
50.7%
Below poverty line
19.7%
11.9%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Raleigh for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $45,640 | -38% in Raleigh |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $60,170 | -21% in Raleigh |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $50,820 | -19% in Raleigh |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $98,800 | -15% in Raleigh |
| Registered Nurse | $99,550 | $84,830 | -15% in Raleigh |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | $64,080 | -14% in Raleigh |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $65,860 | -14% in Raleigh |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $56,800 | -13% in Raleigh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Raleigh is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,822 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Raleigh to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $56,365 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $92,099 in Raleigh, 27% more in Raleigh.