Lumberton, NC vs Marion, NC

Marion is moderately more affordable than Lumberton, with a 10.4% lower cost of living index. Lumberton scores 69 compared to 63 for Marion, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lumberton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lumberton is $824/month compared to $687/month in Marion — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Marion is more affordable at $131,100 median vs $140,100.

Median household income in Lumberton is $43,114 compared to $44,472 in Marion (-3.1%). Marion offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lumberton spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, more than the 18.5% in Marion.