Cost of Living in Etowah, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
124.3
100 = national avg
+24.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,681
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$129,246
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing151.7
Food105.8
Transportation111.6
Healthcare104.6
Utilities113.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,429
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,567
per month
The overall cost of living index in Etowah is 124.3, which is 24.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 151.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,681 per year to cover basic expenses.