Cost of Living in Washington County, NC

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

Median Income

$38,927

Median Rent

$755/mo

Median Home

$97,800

Affordability

520

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$495
Property Tax$96
Insurance$33

Total Monthly$624
% of Income19.2%

Renting

Median Rent$755
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$780
% of Income23.3%

Living in Washington County, North Carolina

Washington County has a median household income of $38,927 with housing costs that represent 19.2% of income for owners and 23.3% 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.