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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Quincy, IL — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from St. Louis, MO area

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You'd spend $850/month more in Raleigh, NC

$150.0K in your current city equals $160.2K in Raleigh, NC

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 11.3%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$850
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$10.2K
Per year

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

Quincy, IL

Population:39K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$134K

Raleigh, NC

Population:474K
Cost Index:111
Median Home:$512K

Quincy, IL

The Prairie State

39K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Illinois, this city has a population of 39K residents.

Raleigh, NC

The Tar Heel State

474K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • •Research Triangle
  • •State capital
  • •Major university town

Major Industries

TechnologyResearchEducationGovernment

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Quincy, IL vs Raleigh, NC

🏠Housing
↑ 31.8%
Quincy, IL
$1,874
Raleigh, NC
$2,469
Difference
$595
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📦Other
↑ 6.1%
Quincy, IL
$1,609
Raleigh, NC
$1,707
Difference
$98.16
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🏥Healthcare
↑ 14.0%
Quincy, IL
$527
Raleigh, NC
$601
Difference
$73.98
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🚗Transportation
↑ 5.5%
Quincy, IL
$1,217
Raleigh, NC
$1,284
Difference
$66.58
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⚡All Utilities
↑ 2.0%
Quincy, IL
$536
Raleigh, NC
$546
Difference
$10.55
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🛒Groceries
↑ 1.0%
Quincy, IL
$950
Raleigh, NC
$959
Difference
$9.32
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🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$721
To$1,570
↑ $849
1 Bed
From$801
To$1,640
↑ $839
2 Bed
From$1,051
To$1,800
↑ $749
3 Bed
From$1,312
To$2,255
↑ $943
Quincy, ILZIP-level data

1BR range: $800–$800/mo

Raleigh, NCZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,400–$1,880/mo

💡 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.

$6,713
Monthly in Quincy, IL
$7,567
Monthly in Raleigh, NC
$854
Difference

Home Values

Quincy
Raleigh
$134K
Median Value
$512K
↑ +0.9%
YoY Change
↓ -0.5%
↑ +3.5%
5-Year Change
↑ +38.2%
$134K
Price Range
$314K - $992K

Homes in Raleigh are 282% more expensive than Quincy

Calculate payment - QuincyCalculate payment - Raleigh

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $300
Per year
Monthly Difference
$25.00
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.2%
Rate difference

Quincy, IL

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Illinois State Tax
Effective: 5.0%
$7.4K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.6%
$44.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,797/month
$105.6K

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

Quincy, IL Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.8%
Property Tax:2.2%

Raleigh, NC Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
Property Tax:0.8%

💡 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

Quincy
Raleigh
54 Moderate
Air Quality
46 Good
38%
Good Air Days
61.7%
99 High
Climate Risk
96 High
🌊🌡🫨
Top Hazards
🌊🌡🌪
▲+3.0°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
39 days
Heat Days >95°F
31 days
▲+3.0°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
39 days
Heat Days >95°F
31 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Illinois and North Carolina on TaxTakeHome.com

Where your money goes further

Cities cheaper than Quincy, IL on a $150.0K salary

1.Indianapolis, IN
Save $10.62/mo
2.St. Louis, MO
Save $10.62/mo

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