Cost of Living in Carolina Meadows, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
223.3
100 = national avg
+123.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$98,243
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$232,211
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing297.4
Food151.7
Transportation231.4
Healthcare141.4
Utilities170.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,507
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,711
per month
The overall cost of living index in Carolina Meadows is 223.3, which is 123.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 297.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $98,243 per year to cover basic expenses.