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
$1,719
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$75,357
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$293,700
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
99.5
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,176
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$189
$133
👥 People living there
977,670
481,031
Commute to work
24.1 min
23 min
College degree
33.2%
54%
Own their home
57.6%
50.7%
Below poverty line
14.5%
11.9%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Jacksonville 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 | Jacksonville | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,940 | $45,640 | -23% in Raleigh |
| Police Officer | $78,810 | $65,860 | -16% in Raleigh |
| Operations Manager | $100,870 | $114,940 | +14% in Raleigh |
| Medical Assistant | $42,600 | $46,160 | +8% in Raleigh |
| Truck Driver | $55,630 | $52,110 | -6% in Raleigh |
| Warehouse Worker | $41,040 | $38,470 | -6% in Raleigh |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $102,230 | $108,480 | +6% in Raleigh |
| Physician Assistant | $132,350 | $124,300 | -6% in Raleigh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacksonville or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville?
About $59,200 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Jacksonville or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $75,357 in Jacksonville and $92,099 in Raleigh, 18% more in Raleigh.