Cost of Living in Raleigh, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.5
100 = national avg
-3.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,449
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,335
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing20.0
Food129.3
Transportation158.6
Healthcare123.4
Utilities101.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$683
per month
2 Bedroom
$873
per month
The overall cost of living index in Raleigh is 96.5, which is 3.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 20.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,449 per year to cover basic expenses.