Cost of Living in Cajah's Mountain, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.7
100 = national avg
-16.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,838
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,071
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.5
Food91.1
Transportation82.1
Healthcare92.8
Utilities90.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$908
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,095
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cajah's Mountain is 83.7, which is 16.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,838 per year to cover basic expenses.