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CostOfLivingByState2026 Edition

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Salary Purchasing Power
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By Category

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Scenarios

Retirement Composite
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Moving Guide
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Per-State

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New York
North Carolina

Tools

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Methodology

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Rates verified May 2026.

Disclosure: CostOfLivingByState.com aggregates cost of living data from the BEA Regional Price Parities, the BLS Consumer Price Index, the US Census Bureau (ACS median income and housing), the Tax Foundation (tax burdens), the EIA (energy costs), USDA Food Plans, KFF (healthcare) and the C2ER Cost of Living Index. National average index = 100. Figures are state averages and do not capture city-level variation. This site is informational only and does not constitute financial, tax or relocation advice. Consult a certified financial planner before relocating for cost reasons.

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