Cost of Living in Maggie Valley, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.5
100 = national avg
+13.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,923
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,000
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing132.3
Food101.7
Transportation103.3
Healthcare101.4
Utilities107.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,122
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,230
per month
The overall cost of living index in Maggie Valley is 113.5, which is 13.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 132.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,923 per year to cover basic expenses.