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Cost of living in Caswell County, NC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,764/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 22,689 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $826 30%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $432 16%
Groceries $327 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $137 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Caswell County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$780
per month
1 bedroom
$826
per month
2 bedroom
$930
per month
3 bedroom
$1,270
per month
4 bedroom
$1,398
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Caswell County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,407
per year
Individual earnings
$36,453
per year
Per capita
$28,281
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Caswell County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$151,200
Annual property tax
$1,023

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Caswell County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$147
per month · 14¢/kWh
Natural gas
$40
per month
Annual total
$2,244
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Caswell County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.1%

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 Caswell County

State and local tax rates for North Carolina.

State income tax
4.5%
Flat rate
State sales tax
4.8%
Combined sales tax
7.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Caswell County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.6 min
Drive alone
82.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Caswell County

What it costs to live in Caswell County each month.

Single person
$2,764
per month
  • Rent $826
  • Energy $187
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $327
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $432
  • State tax $137
Couple
$3,910
per month
  • Rent $930
  • Energy $224
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $542
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $642
  • State tax $223
Family
$6,382
per month
  • Rent $1,270
  • Energy $280
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $822
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $642
  • State tax $223

Frequently asked questions about Caswell County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Caswell County?

In Caswell County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $826 per month, a two-bedroom averages $930 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,270 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Caswell County?

In Caswell County, NC, the average household income is $59,407 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,453 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Caswell County?

The estimated cost of living in Caswell County, NC is approximately $2,764 per month for a single person, $3,910 for a couple, $6,382 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Caswell County?

The combined sales tax rate in Caswell County, NC is 7.00%, which includes the North Carolina state rate of 4.75% plus an average local rate of 2.25%.

Is Caswell County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Caswell County, NC would need approximately $2,764 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,407 per year ($4,951 per month). Caswell County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Caswell County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Caswell County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Caswell County?

The average home value in Caswell County, NC is $151,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,023, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Caswell 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
Methodology All data sources