Cost of Living in Shallotte, NC

With a cost of living index of 92, Shallotte, NC is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 8% cheaper than the national average and 8% above the North Carolina state average of 84. Shallotte is a small community of 4,465 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Shallotte's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,127 (15% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $301,300 (1% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Shallotte is $75,642, which is 1% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 18% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Wilmington, NC (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.