Cost of living in Bertie County, NC
Population 17,482 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Bertie County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Bertie County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Bertie County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Bertie County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Bertie County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.
Taxes in Bertie County
State and local tax rates for North Carolina.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Bertie County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Bertie County
What it costs to live in Bertie County each month.
- Rent $802
- Energy $187
- Water $55
- Groceries $327
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $382
- State tax $125
- Rent $1,052
- Energy $224
- Water $65
- Groceries $542
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $432
- State tax $172
- Rent $1,267
- Energy $280
- Water $75
- Groceries $822
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $432
- State tax $172
Frequently asked questions about Bertie County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Bertie County?
In Bertie County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $802 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,052 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,267 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Bertie County?
In Bertie County, NC, the average household income is $45,931 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,423 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Bertie County?
The estimated cost of living in Bertie County, NC is approximately $2,678 per month for a single person, $3,771 for a couple, $6,118 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Bertie County?
The combined sales tax rate in Bertie County, NC is 7.00%, which includes the North Carolina state rate of 4.75% plus an average local rate of 2.25%.
Is Bertie County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Bertie County, NC would need approximately $2,678 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $45,931 per year ($3,828 per month). Bertie County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Bertie County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bertie County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Bertie County?
The average home value in Bertie County, NC is $95,800, with average annual property taxes of $764, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Bertie County compare to other areas?
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About this data
All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.
- HUD FMR FY2025
- ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
- EIA
- ACS + national avg
- ACS
- USDA + BEA RPP