Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
20% cheaper
Raleigh is 20% more affordable than Naples. A $75,000 salary in Naples is equivalent to $59,766 in Raleigh.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Naples has a housing index of 180 while Raleigh sits at 107 (national average = 100). The median home in Naples costs $520,000 compared to $370,000 in Raleigh, a difference of $150,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,100 in Naples versus $1,500 in Raleigh.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Naples scores 106 while Raleigh scores 100.
Healthcare costs in Naples (98) are lower than Raleigh (108).
Median household income in Naples is $72,178 compared to $67,266 in Raleigh. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Raleigh.
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