Cost of Living in Northampton County, NC

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

Median Income

$45,698

Median Rent

$764/mo

Median Home

$96,000

Affordability

622

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$485
Property Tax$95
Insurance$32

Total Monthly$612
% of Income16.1%

Renting

Median Rent$764
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$789
% of Income20.1%

Living in Northampton County, North Carolina

Northampton County has a median household income of $45,698 with housing costs that represent 16.1% of income for owners and 20.1% 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.