Hendersonville, NC Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
$5,940 / month
for a family, 10.0% more expensive than the national average A total of $71,280 for the year for a family.
$3,800 / month
for a single person, 20.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $45,600 for the year for a single person.

Hendersonville cost of living score
102.4
More expensive
2.4% higher
than the US average
12.5% higher
than the North Carolina average
Hendersonville, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 102.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 2.4% higher than the U.S. average and 12.5% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Hendersonville, NC

Housing costs in Hendersonville?
A typical home costs $371,700, which is 9.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.5% more expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hendersonville costs $1,290 per month, which is 9.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 14.0% more than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Hendersonville?
To live comfortably in Hendersonville, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $71,280 for a family, and $45,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hendersonville?
Living in Hendersonville, NC is relatively affordable compared to other parts of the country. The cost of living index is 6% lower than the national average, making it an attractive place to live for those searching for a more budget-friendly option. Housing costs are also much lower than the national average, with median home prices ranging from $130,000 to $175,000, depending on location. Groceries and health care expenses are generally comparable to the nationwide average and transportation costs are slightly more expensive due to the need for a car or other vehicle. Overall, Hendersonville offers a good quality of life at an affordable price point.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesHendersonvilleNorth CarolinaUnited States
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    Unlock$289,300$338,100
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I went to visit, was attack on Hendersonville Hwy by to cars. They tried to run me off the road cursing at me shooting birds at me. Very very scary. But I called 911  More

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Over 7 years ago

We love Hendersonville NC. We moved to NC from NJ in 2005. We tried different areas of the region (Leicester, Weaverville, Asheville and South Asheville). Each area  More

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My post is a review of Henderson County in general. First off, the teenage girl who said there's absolutely nothing for kids to do here is absolutely spot-on. If you're  More

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