Goldsboro, NC vs Lincolnton, NC

Goldsboro is moderately more affordable than Lincolnton, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Goldsboro scores 75 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 Goldsboro is $956/month compared to $920/month in Lincolnton — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lincolnton has cheaper rent, Goldsboro actually has lower median home values ($173,700 vs $224,600).

Median household income in Goldsboro is $47,005 compared to $43,294 in Lincolnton (+8.6%). Goldsboro offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Goldsboro spend roughly 24.4% of their income on rent, less than the 25.5% in Lincolnton.