James City, NC Cost of Living


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James City cost of living score
83.6
Less expensive
16.4% lower
than the US average
8.1% lower
than the North Carolina average
James City, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.4% lower than the U.S. average and 8.1% higher than the average for North Carolina.

James City, NC

Housing costs in James City?
A typical home costs $145,400, which is 57.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 49.7% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in James City costs $1,030 per month, which is 28.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 7.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford James City?
To live comfortably in James City, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $27,720 for a family, and $31,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about James City?
The cost of living in James City, NC is relatively low compared to other parts of the state. The median home value is around $130,000, providing families with an affordable option for homeownership. A basic basket of goods and services will cost about 11 percent less than the state average, giving low-income households more purchasing power. Additionally, transportation costs are lower than other cities due to the short commuting times and relatively good public transportation system. Overall, James City provides residents with a great balance between affordability and quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesJames CityNorth CarolinaUnited States
  83.691.0100.0
  96.296.5100
  128.6107.2100.0
  57.483.1100.0
  $145,400$289,300$338,100
  97.2%99.2%100.0%
  62.283.9100.0
  96.989.2100.0

   100=National Average

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