Fayetteville, NC vs High Point, NC

Fayetteville, NC and High Point, NC have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.2% difference in their overall index. Fayetteville scores 82 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 Fayetteville is $1,179/month compared to $1,062/month in High Point — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while High Point has cheaper rent, Fayetteville actually has lower median home values ($171,900 vs $212,400).

Median household income in Fayetteville is $56,395 compared to $61,228 in High Point (-7.9%). 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 Fayetteville spend roughly 25.1% of their income on rent, more than the 20.8% in High Point.