Washington, NC Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Washington, North Carolina?
$3,180 / month
for a family, 41.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $38,160 for the year for a family.
$2,433 / month
for a single person, 49.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $29,200 for the year for a single person.

Washington cost of living score
81.5
Less expensive
18.5% lower
than the US average
10.4% lower
than the North Carolina average
Washington, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.5% lower than the U.S. average and 10.4% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Washington, NC

Housing costs in Washington?
A typical home costs $199,500, which is 41.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.0% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Washington costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 22.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Washington?
To live comfortably in Washington, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $38,160 for a family, and $29,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Washington?
Washington, NC has a cost of living that is slightly lower than the national average. Groceries and housing are both very affordable, with groceries costing about 6% below the national average and housing costs about 12% lower than the national average. Utilities are also relatively low at 8% less than the national average. Overall, Washington, NC offers a relatively affordable place to live for most people.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWashingtonNorth CarolinaUnited States
    Unlock91.0100.0
  96.5  Unlock100.0
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  51.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$289,300$338,100
  99.3  Unlock100.0
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  85.4  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I have only lived here for four years, but I love this place. If you like outdoor activities, this is the place for you with fishing, boating, and the beach just  More

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