Cost of Living in Washington, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.3
100 = national avg
-17.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,190
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,541
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing92.4
Food81.9
Transportation71.7
Healthcare85.5
Utilities87.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$737
per month
2 Bedroom
$925
per month
The overall cost of living index in Washington is 82.3, which is 17.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 92.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,190 per year to cover basic expenses.