Is Omaha more expensive than Raleigh?

Omaha is 0.3% more expensive than Raleigh overall. Rent is 6.5% lower, groceries 9.2% cheaper, and restaurants 0.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Raleigh or Omaha?

Raleigh has a purchasing power index of 147.0 while Omaha has 134.1 (NYC = 100). Raleigh offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Raleigh vs 🇺🇸 Omaha

2026

Omaha is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Raleigh	🇺🇸 Omaha	Difference
Cost of Living	68.0	68.2	+0.3%
Rent	38.6	36.1	-6.5%
Groceries	79.2	71.9	-9.2%
Restaurants	72.0	71.5	-0.7%
Purchasing Power	147.0	134.1	-8.8%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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