Cost of Living in Topsail Beach, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
157.0
100 = national avg
+57.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,079
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$163,278
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing207.3
Food119.4
Transportation138.9
Healthcare115.5
Utilities133.1
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 Topsail Beach is 157.0, which is 57.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 207.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,079 per year to cover basic expenses.