Elkin, NC Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Elkin, North Carolina?
$3,090 / month
for a family, 42.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $37,080 for the year for a family.
$2,100 / month
for a single person, 55.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $25,200 for the year for a single person.

Elkin cost of living score
78.7
Less expensive
21.3% lower
than the US average
13.5% lower
than the North Carolina average
Elkin, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.3% lower than the U.S. average and 13.5% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Elkin, NC

Housing costs in Elkin?
A typical home costs $193,100, which is 42.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 33.3% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Elkin costs $790 per month, which is 44.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 40.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Elkin?
To live comfortably in Elkin, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $37,080 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Elkin?
Elkin, NC is known for its low cost of living. The median home price is around $150,000, making it an affordable place to live. Property taxes are also lower than the national average. Groceries and utilities are prices comparable to other areas in the US, but health care costs may be slightly higher due to the lack of medical facilities nearby. Additionally, Elkin has no public transportation, which can make commuting more costly if you don't have a vehicle or access to one. Despite this, overall costs are still quite low when compared to many other cities and towns.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesElkinNorth CarolinaUnited States
    Unlock91.0100.0
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    Unlock$289,300$338,100
  101.8  Unlock100.0
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  80.9  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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My family and I also live in State Road, which is just a few miles outside of Elkin. Let's start with the many many amazing things about the area: 1) The Elkin  More

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I moved here 21 years ago from East Tennessee to be with my estranged wife and unborn child. If not for them, I would never have came here. I am still trapped here.  More

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Elkin City Schools are some of the best in the nation! Elkin High School doesn't just meet a standard, but sets a bar that only two other schools in North Carolina  More

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