Burlington, NC vs High Point, NC

Burlington, NC and High Point, NC have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.5% difference in their overall index. Burlington scores 79 while High Point scores 82 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Burlington is $1,030/month compared to $1,062/month in High Point — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Burlington is more affordable at $188,700 median vs $212,400.

Median household income in Burlington is $54,941 compared to $61,228 in High Point (-10.3%). While High Point is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Burlington spend roughly 22.5% of their income on rent, more than the 20.8% in High Point.