Housing & Cost of Living
With all the change that accompanies relocation, a move to the Eastern Region will make for a change you'll love when it comes to affordable living. Generally our housing costs are very low and living here is below the national cost of living index. Housing costs are an average 81% of the national composite index, making it easier for families to enjoy their daily lives and have the room they need to get the most out of life in the Eastern Region. Our transportation costs are also lower, so getting out and enjoying the scenery and the lifestyle you’ve longed for is affordable.
COST OF LIVING COMPARISON CHART:
The Eastern Region has lower overall costs when compared to national averages -100 equals national average. 3rd Quarter 2009 data.
| Composite (100%) | Grocery (12.49%) | Housing (29.84%) | Utilities (9.94%) | Transportation (10.73%) | Health (4.07%) | Miscellaneous (32.93%) | |
| Jacksonville | 94.6 | 102.2 | 85.2 | 93.1 | 93.1 | 98.8 | 99.5 |
| Greenville | 98.3 | 106.8 | 83.3 | 106.2 | 95.1 | 114.4 | 105.2 |
| Kinston | 95.1 | 103.3 | 75.5 | 115.6 | 101.7 | 102.7 | 100 |
