Cost of Living in Atlantic Beach, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.5
100 = national avg
+13.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,925
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,004
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing149.9
Food94.4
Transportation88.7
Healthcare95.5
Utilities106.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$913
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,198
per month
The overall cost of living index in Atlantic Beach is 113.5, which is 13.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 149.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,925 per year to cover basic expenses.