Greenville, NC vs New Bern, NC

Greenville, NC and New Bern, NC have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.9% difference in their overall index. Greenville scores 79 while New Bern scores 83 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 Greenville is $983/month compared to $1,068/month in New Bern — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Greenville has cheaper rent, New Bern actually has lower median home values ($211,500 vs $213,100).

Median household income in Greenville is $50,564 compared to $56,893 in New Bern (-11.1%). While New Bern is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenville spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 22.5% in New Bern.