Cost of Living in Guilford County, NC

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

Median Income

$62,880

Median Rent

$1,049/mo

Median Home

$215,700

Affordability

395

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,091
Property Tax$165
Insurance$72

Total Monthly$1,328
% of Income25.3%

Renting

Median Rent$1,049
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,074
% of Income20%

Living in Guilford County, North Carolina

Guilford County has a median household income of $62,880 with housing costs that represent 25.3% of income for owners and 20% 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.