Cost of Living
Across North Carolina’s Southeast, cost of living can vary from 5% to nearly 25% below the national average. This means your hard-earned dollars go further in our region. This low cost of living also makes it easier for companies to offer competitive wages in a specific market within the region.
Cost of Living Comparison
| NCSE | North Carolina | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Capita Income | $26,279 | $30,207 | $33,028 |
| Avg. Household Income | $66,463 | $76,665 | $87,398 |
| Median Home Value | $163,904 | $188,612 | $193,500 |
| Median Monthly Rent | $735 | $844 | $982 |
| Source: ESRI, 2018, U.S. Census Bureau | |||