Clayton, NC Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Clayton, North Carolina?
$5,940 / month
for a family, 10.0% more expensive than the national average A total of $71,280 for the year for a family.
$4,267 / month
for a single person, 10.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $51,200 for the year for a single person.

Clayton cost of living score
92.7
Less expensive
7.3% lower
than the US average
1.9% higher
than the North Carolina average
Clayton, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 92.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 7.3% lower than the U.S. average and 1.9% lower than the average for North Carolina.

Clayton, NC

Housing costs in Clayton?
A typical home costs $372,600, which is 10.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.8% more expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Clayton costs $1,440 per month, which is 0.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 22.9% more than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Clayton?
To live comfortably in Clayton, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $71,280 for a family, and $51,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Clayton?
Clayton, NC is a great place to live for those looking for an affordable cost of living. The city offers low taxes, low housing costs, and an overall low cost of living compared to other cities in North Carolina. Utilities and groceries are also very inexpensive in Clayton and there are plenty of local businesses to shop from. With a median home price of just over $120,000, Clayton is one of the most affordable places to live in North Carolina. The average rent for a one bedroom apartment is also around $800, making it even more attractive for those on a budget. In addition to its affordability, Clayton is rich with recreational activities like fishing and boating on nearby lakes or golfing at one of its many courses.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesClaytonNorth CarolinaUnited States
    Unlock91.0100.0
  97.4  Unlock100.0
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  96.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$289,300$338,100
  104.5  Unlock100.0
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  94.0  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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For many reasons, North Carolina is a great place to call home! The weather is tough to beat. We enjoy four seasons, Summer is a little hot for some but allows a long  More

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I cannot believe how "hyped up" the Raleighm NC area is. It is a strange combination of transplans from New York, New England and New Jersey mixed with local Raleigh  More

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