Moving from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC
Straight-line distance: 130 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $567 – $866 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $1,724 – $2,616 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $3,188 – $4,827 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Charlotte compares to Raleigh
Raleigh's median home value is $347,000 — 11% higher than Charlotte's $312,800.
Median household income is $78,631 in Raleigh versus $74,070 in Charlotte.
Typical rent runs $1,371 in Raleigh and $1,399 in Charlotte.
Housing costs are mixed: Charlotte, NC has the lower median home value while Raleigh, NC has lower median rent. This reflects housing only, not total cost of living.
| Metric | Raleigh, NC | Charlotte, NC |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 465,517 | 875,045 |
| Median home value | $347,000 | $312,800 |
| Median household income | $78,631 | $74,070 |
| Median gross rent | $1,371 | $1,399 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Relatively High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.