🇺🇸 NC, United States · #164 of 538 cities · 2026

Cost of Living in Raleigh

6.1% below the United States average

Ranked #164 of 538 cities · More expensive than 69.5% of cities worldwide

Compared to United States average

Rent Prices

Rent Prices in Raleigh

Apartment City Centre Outside Centre You Save
1-Bedroom USD 1,723/mo USD 1,340/mo 22%
3-Bedroom USD 3,063/mo USD 2,192/mo 22%
Numbeo · 2026-03-12

Cost Indices

Cost of Living
-6.1% Average
Rent
-4.7% Average
Groceries
-4.2% Average
Restaurants
-4.1% Average
Purchasing Power
+12.3% Strong

Living in Raleigh: What to Expect

Raleigh is average by global standards (ranked #164 of 538 cities). It is 6.1% cheaper than the United States average, based on 74 cities.

Groceries are average, while dining out is average. Rent offers the best value, while Restaurants is the priciest.

Local purchasing power is strong — residents can afford more goods and services than in most cities.

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