Cost of Living in Gaston County, NC
What does it cost to live in Gaston County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.
Median Income
$62,628
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Median Home
$206,700
Affordability
414
Housing Cost Breakdown
Owning (20% down, 6.5%)
Renting
Living in Gaston County, North Carolina
Gaston County has a median household income of $62,628 with housing costs that represent 24.1% of income for owners and 19.3% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.
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