City Comparison
Boston, MA vs Raleigh, NC
Data last updated: July 25, 2026
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Side-by-Side Comparison
Boston, MA
COL Index140.0
Housing Index185.0
Median Salary$72,000
1BR Rent (avg)$2,500
3BR Rent (avg)$4,400
State/Prov Tax5.0%
Raleigh, NC
COL Index98.0
Housing Index105.0
Median Salary$61,000
1BR Rent (avg)$1,600
3BR Rent (avg)$2,800
State/Prov Tax4.8%
Salary Equivalence
| Current Salary (Boston, MA) | Equivalent in Raleigh, NC | Housing-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $35,000 | $28,378 |
| $75,000 | $52,500 | $42,567 |
| $100,000 | $70,000 | $56,756 |
| $150,000 | $105,000 | $85,135 |
| $200,000 | $140,000 | $113,513 |
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Key Differences
Overall COL Difference-30.0%
Housing Cost Difference-43.2%
1BR Rent Difference-36.0%
3BR Rent Difference-36.4%
Tax Rate Difference-0.3 pts
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