Edenton, NC vs Lincolnton, NC

Edenton is moderately more affordable than Lincolnton, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Edenton scores 71 compared to 80 for Lincolnton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lincolnton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Edenton is $632/month compared to $920/month in Lincolnton — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Edenton has cheaper rent, Lincolnton actually has lower median home values ($224,600 vs $226,800).

Median household income in Edenton is $42,721 compared to $43,294 in Lincolnton (-1.3%). Lincolnton does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Edenton spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, less than the 25.5% in Lincolnton.