Gaston, NC Cost of Living


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Gaston cost of living score
74.1
Less expensive
25.9% lower
than the US average
18.6% lower
than the North Carolina average
Gaston, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.9% lower than the U.S. average and 18.6% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Gaston, NC

Housing costs in Gaston?
A typical home costs $100,200, which is 70.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 65.4% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Gaston costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 30.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Gaston?
To live comfortably in Gaston, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $19,080 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Gaston?
The cost of living in Gaston, NC is relatively low compared to other cities. The median home value is just $122,000, and rent averages around $900 per month. Additionally, the cost of groceries is significantly lower than the national average, and transportation costs are quite affordable. In summary, Gaston is a great option for anyone looking for a budget-friendly place to live!
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGastonNorth CarolinaUnited States
  74.191.0100.0
  92.796.5100
  127.8107.2100.0
  23.583.1100.0
  $100,200$289,300$338,100
  102.6%99.2%100.0%
  76.683.9100.0
  80.789.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 12 years ago

Moved here 3 years ago from Ohio to be near the grandkids. I have found out that taxes, gasoline, utilities, are much higher then Ohio. These items also continue to go  More

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Based on what i know Gaston is the best place to  More

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