Morganton, NC Cost of Living


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Morganton cost of living score
84.8
Less expensive
15.2% lower
than the US average
6.8% lower
than the North Carolina average
Morganton, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.2% lower than the U.S. average and 6.8% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Morganton, NC

Housing costs in Morganton?
A typical home costs $216,500, which is 36.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.2% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Morganton 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 Morganton?
To live comfortably in Morganton, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $41,400 for a family, and $42,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Morganton?
The cost of living in Morganton, NC is quite reasonable compared to many parts of the country. Housing costs are typically lower than the national average and groceries are reasonably priced as well. Utility rates tend to fluctuate depending on the season. However, overall they remain about average for the area. Overall, Morganton provides a great cost of living with plenty of amenities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMorgantonNorth CarolinaUnited States
  84.891.0100.0
  95.196.5100
  127.0107.2100.0
  59.383.1100.0
  $216,500$289,300$338,100
  99.2%99.2%100.0%
  80.083.9100.0
  83.089.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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We moved to Morganton in 2014 and love this town/area. The natural beauty in the Catawba Valley is astounding. Mountains, rivers, and beautiful trees are everywhere. The  More

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Over 9 years ago

Will be transplanting from the suburbs of Philadelphia and have visited Morganton on our way to Asheville/Hendersonville. It is close to take in what Asheville has to  More

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Over 10 years ago

It is the best place for schools. cost of living is great. Homes are cheap and affordable. Crime is very low. Recommend moving to Morganton NC  More

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