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
$1,347
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$133
👥 People living there
638,530
481,031
Commute to work
24.8 min
23 min
College degree
18.1%
54%
Own their home
50.3%
50.7%
Below poverty line
32.7%
11.9%
Unemployment
14%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit 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 | Detroit | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $81,990 | $56,800 | -31% in Raleigh |
| Plumber | $86,370 | $60,540 | -30% in Raleigh |
| Firefighter | $62,730 | $45,640 | -27% in Raleigh |
| Carpenter | $65,810 | $50,820 | -23% in Raleigh |
| Medical Assistant | $39,410 | $46,160 | +17% in Raleigh |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | $98,800 | +17% in Raleigh |
| Police Officer | $78,450 | $65,860 | -16% in Raleigh |
| Registered Nurse | $97,280 | $84,830 | -13% in Raleigh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Detroit 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 Detroit?
About $58,719 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $92,099 in Raleigh, 53% more in Raleigh.