Fairview CDP (Buncombe County), NC Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Fairview CDP (Buncombe County), North Carolina?
$7,740 / month
for a family, 43.3% more expensive than the national average A total of $92,880 for the year for a family.
$3,867 / month
for a single person, 18.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $46,400 for the year for a single person.

Fairview CDP (Buncombe County) cost of living score
105.8
More expensive
5.8% higher
than the US average
16.3% higher
than the North Carolina average
Fairview CDP (Buncombe County), North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 105.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.8% higher than the U.S. average and 16.3% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Fairview CDP (Buncombe County), NC

Housing costs in Fairview CDP (Buncombe County)?
A typical home costs $485,200, which is 43.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 67.7% more expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fairview CDP (Buncombe County) costs $1,310 per month, which is 8.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 15.3% more than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Fairview CDP (Buncombe County)?
To live comfortably in Fairview CDP (Buncombe County), North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $92,880 for a family, and $46,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fairview CDP (Buncombe County)?
The cost of living in Fairview, NC is quite reasonable. There are plenty of affordable housing options, with the median home value at $173,000 and median rent at $854. The overall cost of living index stands at 90, which is slightly lower than the national average. Groceries and healthcare costs are also slightly lower than the national average, making Fairview a great place to live for those looking for an affordable option. Additionally, there are many nearby job opportunities in service-related industries such as retail and hospitality, making it easier for residents to make ends meet.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesFairview CDP (Buncombe County)North CarolinaUnited States
    Unlock91.0100.0
  104.6  Unlock100.0
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  143.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$289,300$338,100
  88.3  Unlock100.0
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  111.0  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 12 years ago

We have four seasons here, but the heavy emphasis is on spring and fall. The real heat of summer is usually short lived and because of the altitude, it generally  More

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I have a daughter and granddaughter, she doesn't have a job or a place to live, she has looked everywhere, her daughter is with a relative of the father's she has  More

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