Oriental, NC Cost of Living


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Oriental cost of living score
87.5
Less expensive
12.5% lower
than the US average
3.8% lower
than the North Carolina average
Oriental, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 87.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 12.5% lower than the U.S. average and 3.8% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Oriental, NC

Housing costs in Oriental?
A typical home costs $357,700, which is 5.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 23.6% more expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Oriental costs $1,130 per month, which is 21.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Oriental?
To live comfortably in Oriental, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $68,400 for a family, and $34,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Oriental?
Oriental, NC is known for its low cost of living. The median household income in Oriental is around $52,000 and the median home value is around $235,000. This makes it an ideal location for those looking to keep their expenses minimal. Goods and services are also relatively inexpensive, with groceries and housing costs being much lower than the national average. Additionally, the town has plenty of affordable dining and entertainment options, which make it a great place to enjoy life without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesOrientalNorth CarolinaUnited States
  87.591.0100.0
  103.596.5100
  130.6107.2100.0
  102.283.1100.0
  $357,700$289,300$338,100
  101.0%99.2%100.0%
  79.383.9100.0
  93.889.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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February 20, 2007 Tom Dana 6 Parkside Drive Vix Hills, NY 11746 Oriental is situated on a peninsula near the mouth of the Neuse River, the widest  More

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Over 16 years ago

Oriental is a sleepy little sailing town. The water is shallow and protected and the mild winters mean sailing is possible almost year round. It is a friendly community  More

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Over 18 years ago

Delightful place for people who love the  More

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