Cost of Living in Chowan County, NC

What does it cost to live in Chowan County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$51,188

Median Rent

$814/mo

Median Home

$181,400

Affordability

394

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$917
Property Tax$106
Insurance$60

Total Monthly$1,083
% of Income25.4%

Renting

Median Rent$814
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$839
% of Income19.1%

Living in Chowan County, North Carolina

Chowan County has a median household income of $51,188 with housing costs that represent 25.4% of income for owners and 19.1% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.