Hemby Bridge, NC vs North Topsail Beach, NC

Hemby Bridge is moderately more affordable than North Topsail Beach, with a 12.4% lower cost of living index. Hemby Bridge scores 93 compared to 106 for North Topsail Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Topsail Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hemby Bridge is $1,229/month compared to $1,208/month in North Topsail Beach — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while North Topsail Beach has cheaper rent, Hemby Bridge actually has lower median home values ($262,300 vs $453,500).

Median household income in Hemby Bridge is $71,953 compared to $106,818 in North Topsail Beach (-32.6%). While North Topsail Beach is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hemby Bridge spend roughly 20.5% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in North Topsail Beach.