Cost of Living in Burnsville, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.8
100 = national avg
-13.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,197
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,284
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing97.2
Food86.4
Transportation72.7
Healthcare89.1
Utilities91.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$713
per month
2 Bedroom
$935
per month
The overall cost of living index in Burnsville is 86.8, which is 13.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,197 per year to cover basic expenses.