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
$1,628
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,322
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$71,299
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$289,900
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,890
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$133
👥 People living there
233,596
481,031
Commute to work
23 min
23 min
College degree
33.5%
54%
Own their home
46.3%
50.7%
Below poverty line
16.5%
11.9%
Unemployment
5.7%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Norfolk for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Raleigh for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Norfolk | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $45,640 | -20% in Raleigh |
| Operations Manager | $100,340 | $114,940 | +15% in Raleigh |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $78,980 | +14% in Raleigh |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,020 | $34,860 | -11% in Raleigh |
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $65,860 | +10% in Raleigh |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $41,900 | +10% in Raleigh |
| Electrician | $62,350 | $56,800 | -9% in Raleigh |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,820 | $33,100 | +7% in Raleigh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Norfolk or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Norfolk 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 Norfolk?
About $60,132 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Norfolk or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $71,299 in Norfolk and $92,099 in Raleigh, 23% more in Raleigh.