Cost of Living in St. James, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
190.4
100 = national avg
+90.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$83,775
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$198,014
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing255.6
Food136.9
Transportation173.8
Healthcare129.5
Utilities153.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,301
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,426
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. James is 190.4, which is 90.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 255.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $83,775 per year to cover basic expenses.