Lumberton, NC vs Roxboro, NC

Lumberton, NC and Roxboro, NC have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.1% difference in their overall index. Lumberton scores 69 while Roxboro scores 69 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 Lumberton is $824/month compared to $787/month in Roxboro — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Roxboro is more affordable at $138,700 median vs $140,100.

Median household income in Lumberton is $43,114 compared to $39,283 in Roxboro (+9.8%). While Lumberton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lumberton spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, less than the 24% in Roxboro.