Cost of Living in Milton, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.2
100 = national avg
-17.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,150
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,446
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing110.0
Food75.8
Transportation51.6
Healthcare80.6
Utilities87.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$748
per month
2 Bedroom
$925
per month
The overall cost of living index in Milton is 82.2, which is 17.8% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 110.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,150 per year to cover basic expenses.