Tax Bracket Calculator for Raleigh, NC
Updated 2026 · Local data pre-filled
With a median household income of $75,200, most Raleigh residents fall in the 22% federal bracket. Add your state and local taxes on top for your total effective rate. Understanding your bracket helps you make smarter decisions about Roth vs Traditional IRA contributions, charitable giving, and deductions.
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How Raleigh Compares to the National Average
Understanding how Raleigh stacks up helps you calibrate your financial planning.
| Metric | Raleigh, NC | US Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $380,000 | $420,800 | -9.7% |
| Median Monthly Rent | $1,131 | $1,713 | -34.0% |
| Median Household Income | $75,200 | $74,580 | +0.8% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.79% | 1.10% | -28.2% |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 100 | +5.0% |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, BLS, Zillow, NAR (2024–2025). Green = favorable for residents; red = less favorable.
Raleigh Financial Snapshot
- Population (Metro)
- 1,540,000
- Unemployment
- 3.0%
- Avg Commute
- 25 min
- Median Age
- 35.1
- Price-to-Rent Ratio
- 28.0x
- Annual Property Tax
- $3,002
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Frequently Asked Questions — Raleigh
What is the median home price in Raleigh, NC?
The median home price in Raleigh is $380,000 as of 2025–2026. This is below the national median of $420,800.
What is the average rent in Raleigh?
Median monthly rent in Raleigh is $1,131. That works out to $13,572/year, or 18% of the median household income — within the commonly recommended 30% of income guideline.
Is Raleigh affordable?
Raleigh's cost of living index is 105 vs. the national average of 100. With a median household income of $75,200/year and a median home price of $380,000, the price-to-income ratio is 5.1x. Raleigh falls in the middle of the affordability spectrum for US cities.
What is the property tax rate in Raleigh?
The effective property tax rate in Raleigh is 0.79% of assessed value. On the median home of $380,000, that's roughly $3,002/year ($250/month).