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
$1,532
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,510
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$63,836
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$384,200
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,553
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$142
$133
👥 People living there
185,913
481,031
Commute to work
23.2 min
23 min
College degree
24.1%
54%
Own their home
41.9%
50.7%
Below poverty line
17.6%
11.9%
Unemployment
9.8%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Paradise 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 | Paradise | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $34,860 | +29% in Raleigh |
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $45,640 | -23% in Raleigh |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $56,800 | -20% in Raleigh |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $50,820 | -19% in Raleigh |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $84,830 | -18% in Raleigh |
| Operations Manager | $97,290 | $114,940 | +18% in Raleigh |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $64,080 | -16% in Raleigh |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $65,860 | -15% in Raleigh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Paradise or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Paradise 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 Paradise?
About $58,768 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Paradise or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $63,836 in Paradise and $92,099 in Raleigh, 31% more in Raleigh.