Zip 28705 (Bakersville, NC) Cost of Living


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Bakersville cost of living score
81.1
Less expensive
18.9% lower
than the US average
10.9% lower
than the North Carolina average
Bakersville (zip 28705), North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.9% lower than the U.S. average and 10.9% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Zip 28705 (Bakersville, NC)

Housing costs in Bakersville?
A typical home costs $208,400, which is 38.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.0% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Bakersville costs $750 per month, which is 47.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 48.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Bakersville?
To live comfortably in Bakersville (zip 28705), North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $39,960 for a family, and $22,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Bakersville?
Living in 28705 Bakersville, NC is an affordable option for many people. According to BestPlaces's Cost of Living Index, the overall cost of living in 28705 Bakersville, NC is lower than the U.S. average. The monthly costs for groceries and utilities are both below the national average, with groceries costing approximately 5% less and utilities costing a little more than 10% below the national average. In addition, housing costs in 28705 Bakersville, NC are significantly lower than other parts of the country. The median home value for 28705 Bakersville is just over $100,000 (as of April 2020), making it an attractive option for those looking to buy their first home or upgrade from renting an apartment. All in all, 28705 Bakersville, NC offers residents a great quality of life at a reasonable price tag.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBakersvilleNorth CarolinaUnited States
  81.191.0100.0
  96.796.5100
  123.3107.2100.0
  52.783.1100.0
  $208,400$289,300$338,100
  97.7%99.2%100.0%
  76.783.9100.0
  76.489.2100.0

   100=National Average

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