Clyde, NC vs Staley, NC

Staley is moderately more affordable than Clyde, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Clyde scores 77 compared to 71 for Staley, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clyde can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clyde is $936/month compared to $905/month in Staley — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Staley is more affordable at $133,800 median vs $194,600.

Median household income in Clyde is $59,315 compared to $61,875 in Staley (-4.1%). Staley offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clyde spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.6% in Staley.