Spencer, NC Cost of Living


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Spencer cost of living score
85.1
Less expensive
14.9% lower
than the US average
6.5% lower
than the North Carolina average
Spencer, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 85.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.9% lower than the U.S. average and 6.5% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Spencer, NC

Housing costs in Spencer?
A typical home costs $174,800, which is 48.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 39.6% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Spencer costs $1,160 per month, which is 18.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 4.3% more than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Spencer?
To live comfortably in Spencer, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $33,480 for a family, and $38,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Spencer?
The cost of living in Spencer, NC is relatively low compared to other areas of North Carolina. Property taxes are especially low, and housing costs are also very affordable. Grocery prices are comparable to those in other parts of the state, and many locally owned restaurants offer great value for money. The town also has several farmers markets where residents can buy fresh, local produce at a more reasonable cost than larger supermarkets. Overall, Spencer is an affordable place to live that offers plenty of amenities and attractions for all members of the community.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSpencerNorth CarolinaUnited States
  85.191.0100.0
  93.296.5100
  94.2107.2100.0
  39.383.1100.0
  $174,800$289,300$338,100
  97.3%99.2%100.0%
  88.383.9100.0
  83.489.2100.0

   100=National Average

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