Cost of Living in New Bern, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.3
100 = national avg
-2.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,819
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,209
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing110.8
Food93.5
Transportation81.0
Healthcare94.8
Utilities98.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$902
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,184
per month
The overall cost of living index in New Bern is 97.3, which is 2.7% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 110.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,819 per year to cover basic expenses.