Cost of Living in Chowan Beach, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
47.1
100 = national avg
-52.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$20,705
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$48,938
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing35.7
Food67.3
Transportation34.5
Healthcare73.8
Utilities67.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$930
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,220
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chowan Beach is 47.1, which is 52.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 35.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $20,705 per year to cover basic expenses.