Murphy, NC Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Murphy, North Carolina?
$4,320 / month
for a family, 20.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $51,840 for the year for a family.
$2,100 / month
for a single person, 55.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $25,200 for the year for a single person.

Murphy cost of living score
82.1
Less expensive
17.9% lower
than the US average
9.8% lower
than the North Carolina average
Murphy, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.9% lower than the U.S. average and 9.8% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Murphy, NC

Housing costs in Murphy?
A typical home costs $271,400, which is 19.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 6.2% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Murphy costs $830 per month, which is 42.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 33.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Murphy?
To live comfortably in Murphy, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $51,840 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Murphy?
The cost of living in Murphy, NC is quite reasonable. The median home price is $140,000 and the median rent is $841 per month. Goods and services are also relatively affordable, with the overall cost of living 12% lower than the national average. Groceries, healthcare, and transportation are all more affordable than the national average as well. All in all, Murphy is a good place to live if you're looking for an affordable lifestyle without sacrificing quality of life or amenities.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMurphyNorth CarolinaUnited States
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    Unlock$289,300$338,100
  99.5  Unlock100.0
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  74.8  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 11 years ago

Any & all information on living in your area will be very much appreciated. Middle schools, community collage, shopping, transportation, housing & community  More

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Over 16 years ago

I moved to Murphy to get away from the hustle in Florida. I found the mountains so beautiful. But there is no work there. It's basically a place for retire's. The people  More

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Over 17 years ago

I moved here over 12 yrs ago and have loved being here ever since.Two children to raise as a single mom and found it less exspensive then our previous home in Florida,  More

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