Cost of Living in Surf City, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
145.2
100 = national avg
+45.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,887
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$151,006
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing186.5
Food114.8
Transportation129.7
Healthcare111.9
Utilities126.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,064
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,166
per month
The overall cost of living index in Surf City is 145.2, which is 45.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 186.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,887 per year to cover basic expenses.