Cost of Living in Walnut Creek, NC

With a cost of living index of 119, Walnut Creek, NC is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 19% more expensive than the national average and 35% above the North Carolina state average of 84. Walnut Creek is a small community of 1,684 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Walnut Creek's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,756 (33% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $423,800 (39% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.9x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Walnut Creek is $145,417, which is 94% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 14% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the Goldsboro, 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.