Star, NC Cost of Living


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Star cost of living score
76.6
Less expensive
23.4% lower
than the US average
15.8% lower
than the North Carolina average
Star, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.4% lower than the U.S. average and 15.8% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Star, NC

Housing costs in Star?
A typical home costs $149,200, which is 55.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 48.4% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Star costs $790 per month, which is 44.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 40.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Star?
To live comfortably in Star, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $28,440 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Star?
Star, NC is an affordable place to live. The cost of living index is 8% lower than the national average. The housing market is relatively inexpensive compared to other cities in the area, and there are numerous job opportunities available. With a median home price of $168,000, Star residents have plenty of options for finding a comfortable residence. Renters can find affordable apartments and condos that fit their budget as well. Groceries and other basic necessities are also competitively priced throughout town. All in all, Star provides citizens with an excellent standard of living at reasonable prices.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesStarNorth CarolinaUnited States
  76.691.0100.0
  94.396.5100
  110.8107.2100.0
  37.383.1100.0
  $149,200$289,300$338,100
  101.3%99.2%100.0%
  72.483.9100.0
  75.489.2100.0

   100=National Average

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