Cost of Living in Sneads Ferry, NC

With a cost of living index of 100, Sneads Ferry, NC is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 0% cheaper than the national average and 15% above the North Carolina state average of 84. Sneads Ferry is a small community of 2,556 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Sneads Ferry's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,605 (22% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $233,500 (23% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.9x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Sneads Ferry is $59,783, which is 20% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 32% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Everyday prices in the Jacksonville, 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.