What does coffee cost in Raleigh, NC?
Based on 15 real menu prices for a 12 oz latte at independent coffee shops in the Raleigh area, collected by Fresh Cup in Fall 2026.
−5.0% vs other mid-size metros
Median price at independent shops, at each drink's standard size. Red is pricier than the national median, green is cheaper. Faded drinks have fewer than 5 prices.
A 12 oz latte is $4.75 here. That's −5.0% compared with the country and −5.0% compared with other mid-size metros.
15 prices, from $4.00 to $5.70. The middle of the pack is $4.75.
Is coffee expensive in Raleigh?
It's a little cheaper than the country. The typical 12 oz latte at an independent shop is $4.75 here and $5.00 nationally.
How does Raleigh compare with the rest of North Carolina?
It's about the same as North Carolina as a whole. A 12 oz latte is $4.75 in Raleigh and $4.75 across North Carolina.
Is coffee more expensive in Raleigh or Charlotte?
Raleigh is pricier. A 12 oz latte is typically $4.75 in Raleigh and $4.48 in Charlotte, a $0.27 difference. That's based on only 6 prices in Charlotte, so treat it as a rough read.
Is coffee more expensive in Raleigh or Durham?
Raleigh is a little cheaper. A 12 oz latte is typically $4.75 in Raleigh and $5.00 in Durham, a $0.25 difference. That's based on only 5 prices in Durham, so treat it as a rough read.
Is coffee more expensive in Raleigh or Atlanta, GA?
About the same. A 12 oz latte is typically $4.75 in Raleigh and $4.75 in Atlanta, GA. That's based on only 9 prices in Atlanta, GA, so treat it as a rough read.
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| Drink | Menu name | Oz | Price | Shop | Metro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latte | House Latte | 12 | $5.25 | Carter | Austin |
| Cold Brew | Nitro Cold Brew | 16 | $5.75 | Epoch | Dallas |
| Cappuccino | Cappuccino | 6 | $4.50 | Merit | Houston |
| Mocha | Mexican Mocha | 12 | $6.00 | Fleet | Portland |
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