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๐Ÿ’ก Smart Analysis

Comparing Raleigh and Austin: Average gross pay is 9% higher in Austin. Cost of living is 8% cheaper in Raleigh. Both cities offer nearly identical purchasing power margins.

Category Comparison
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Raleigh
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Austin

๐Ÿ’ฐ Gross Salaries & Ranges

Average Gross Salary (Annual)
The primary average salary across experience ranges
$116,000/yr
$127,000/yr
HIGHER
Junior Developer Pay
$68,000
$74,000
Mid-Level Developer Pay
$101,000
$111,000
Senior Developer Pay
$150,000
$164,000
Lead / Architect Pay
$189,000
$201,000

๐Ÿ  Monthly Cost of Living

Rent โ€” City Center (1 Bed)
$1,650
$1,800
Rent โ€” Suburbs (1 Bed)
$1,050
$1,200
Groceries (Monthly)
$462
$480
Public Transport Pass
$65
$60
Utilities (Electricity, Internet)
$222
$220
Estimated Cost of Living
Rent center, groceries, transport plans & hobbies included
$3,520/mo
CHEAPER
$3,838/mo

๐Ÿงพ Tax rates & Take-home

Average Income Tax Rate
5%
0%
Social Security Deduction
8%
8%
Monthly Take-home (After Tax)
Estimated direct net monthly deposit based on mid-level pay
$7,238/mo
$7,955/mo

๐Ÿ“Š Affordability & Savings

Affordability Index
Score out of 10 comparing local net pay to costs
6.8
6.8
Monthly Savings Potential
Money left over after all standard cost of living expenses
$3,718/mo
$4,117/mo
Months to Save $10,000
~3 months
~2 months
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