12,924 Maryland residents chose NC last year.
Maryland sends 12,924 residents to NC annually. The savings are substantial — MD's combined state and county income taxes can reach 8%+ versus NC's flat 4.25%. Property taxes are 60% higher in MD (0.99% vs 0.62%). The DC-adjacent cost of living (index 118.3) drops to NC's 97.8. A family earning $150K saves roughly $15,000–$22,000 annually.
| North Carolina | Maryland | |
|---|---|---|
| Income Tax | 4.25% flat (→ 3.99%) | 2–5.75% |
| Property Tax | 0.62% | 0.99% |
| Median Home | $338,000 | $380,000+ |
| COL Index | 97.8 | 118.3 |
Maryland transplants often have federal government or defense contractor backgrounds. Many find that NC's growing government contracting sector (especially around RTP and Fort Bragg) allows them to keep their career trajectory while dramatically cutting costs. The Triangle's Amtrak service to DC (5 hours) maintains a connection to the capital.
Montgomery County families target Cary and Apex (similar suburban quality, better schools per dollar). Baltimore families often choose Durham or Greensboro for the mid-size city feel. PG County residents find Raleigh's diversity and affordability appealing. Federal workers gravitate to the Triangle where defense and government contractors cluster.
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