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
$2,470
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,839
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$86,979
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$369,200
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,585
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$133
👥 People living there
232,491
481,031
Commute to work
30.5 min
23 min
College degree
28.1%
54%
Own their home
84%
50.7%
Below poverty line
9.5%
11.9%
Unemployment
6%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Port St. Lucie for cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick Raleigh for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Port St. Lucie | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $72,760 | $45,640 | -37% in Raleigh |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,720 | $108,480 | +24% in Raleigh |
| Operations Manager | $94,910 | $114,940 | +21% in Raleigh |
| Plumber | $50,990 | $60,540 | +19% in Raleigh |
| Police Officer | $77,070 | $65,860 | -15% in Raleigh |
| Elementary School Teacher | $53,610 | $60,170 | +12% in Raleigh |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,310 | $78,980 | +11% in Raleigh |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,380 | $41,900 | +9% in Raleigh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Port St. Lucie or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Port St. Lucie 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 Port St. Lucie?
About $58,760 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Port St. Lucie or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $86,979 in Port St. Lucie and $92,099 in Raleigh, 6% more in Raleigh.
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