Cost of Living in Lenoir County, NC

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

Median Income

$43,063

Median Rent

$792/mo

Median Home

$101,600

Affordability

571

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$514
Property Tax$81
Insurance$34

Total Monthly$629
% of Income17.5%

Renting

Median Rent$792
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$817
% of Income22.1%

Living in Lenoir County, North Carolina

Lenoir County has a median household income of $43,063 with housing costs that represent 17.5% of income for owners and 22.1% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

The affordability index of 571 (100 = median income perfectly covers median housing costs) gives a quick snapshot. Use our calculator for a comprehensive comparison across counties, including taxes, utilities, healthcare, and commute costs.

Compare Cost of Living Across Counties

Enter two locations and get a side-by-side comparison of housing, taxes, utilities, transportation, and overall affordability with salary adjustment calculations.

Start Free Comparison

Other Counties in North Carolina

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.