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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ O'Fallon, MO โ€” COL adjusted from St. Louis, MO area + state data

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You'd spend $1.0K/month more in Raleigh, NC

$150.0K in your current city equals $162.5K in Raleigh, NC

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from St. Louis, MO-IL area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 13.9%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,039
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$12.5K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

O'Fallon, MO

Population:94K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$145K

Raleigh, NC

Population:474K
Cost Index:114
Median Home:$512K

O'Fallon, MO

The Show-Me State

94K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Missouri, this city has a population of 94K residents.

Raleigh, NC

The Tar Heel State

474K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขResearch Triangle
  • โ€ขState capital
  • โ€ขMajor university town

Major Industries

TechnologyResearchEducationGovernment

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: O'Fallon, MO vs Raleigh, NC

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 49.7%
O'Fallon, MO
$1,649
Raleigh, NC
$2,469
Difference
$820
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๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 8.5%
O'Fallon, MO
$1,574
Raleigh, NC
$1,707
Difference
$134
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 7.9%
O'Fallon, MO
$1,191
Raleigh, NC
$1,284
Difference
$93.46
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๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 15.3%
O'Fallon, MO
$521
Raleigh, NC
$601
Difference
$79.83
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 2.1%
O'Fallon, MO
$939
Raleigh, NC
$959
Difference
$19.87
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โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 3.1%
O'Fallon, MO
$530
Raleigh, NC
$546
Difference
$16.50
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$541
To$1,570
โ†‘ $1,029
1 Bed
From$624
To$1,640
โ†‘ $1,016
2 Bed
From$749
To$1,800
โ†‘ $1,051
3 Bed
From$1,041
To$2,255
โ†‘ $1,214
Raleigh, NCZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,400โ€“$1,880/mo

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,404
Monthly in O'Fallon, MO
$7,567
Monthly in Raleigh, NC
$1,163
Difference

Home Values

O'Fallon
Raleigh
-
Median Value
$512K
-
YoY Change
โ†“ -0.5%
-
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +38.2%
-
Price Range
$314K - $992K

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $804
Per year
Monthly Difference
$67.00
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.5%
Rate difference

O'Fallon, MO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Missouri State Tax
Effective: 5.3%
$7.9K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.0%
$44.9K
Take-Home Pay
$8,755/month
$105.1K

Raleigh, NC

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
North Carolina State Tax
Effective: 4.8%
$7.1K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.4%
$44.1K
Take-Home Pay
$8,822/month
$105.9K

Additional Tax Information

O'Fallon, MO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.0%

Raleigh, NC Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
Property Tax:0.8%

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

O'Fallon
Raleigh
54 Moderate
Air Quality
46 Good
38%
Good Air Days
61.7%
99 High
Climate Risk
96 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐ŸŒช
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
39 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
31 days
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
39 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
31 days

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