Nags Head, NC Cost of Living


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Nags Head cost of living score
108.4
More expensive
8.4% higher
than the US average
19.1% higher
than the North Carolina average
Nags Head, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 108.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.4% higher than the U.S. average and 19.1% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Nags Head, NC

Housing costs in Nags Head?
A typical home costs $652,400, which is 93.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 125.5% more expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Nags Head costs $1,810 per month, which is 26.6% more than the national average of $1,430 and 38.7% more than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Nags Head?
To live comfortably in Nags Head, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $124,920 for a family, and $61,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Nags Head?
The cost of living in Nags Head, NC is relatively moderate compared to other areas of the US. It is estimated that the median household income in Nags Head is $43,742, which is slightly lower than the US average. The overall cost of living index is estimated at 91.9, making it approximately 8% lower than the national average. Most goods and services are also relatively affordable, with groceries costing about 9% less than the national average and healthcare costs being around 4% less than other areas. Housing costs are higher than most areas, but still reasonable compared to other coastal communities. All in all, Nags Head offers a great quality of life for individuals and families on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesNags HeadNorth CarolinaUnited States
  108.491.0100.0
  102.496.5100
  130.1107.2100.0
  152.783.1100.0
  $652,400$289,300$338,100
  98.3%99.2%100.0%
  68.783.9100.0
  114.089.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 9 years ago

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Over 15 years ago

In your facts about Avon, NC you have it's location being in Hyde County. In reality, Avon, NC is in Dare County. Carolyn Honeycutt Avon, NC  More

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