Cost of living in Hoke County, NC
Part of the Fayetteville Metro Area
Population 53,102 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Hoke County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Hoke County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Hoke County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Hoke County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Hoke 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 Hoke 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 Hoke County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Hoke County
What it costs to live in Hoke County each month.
- Rent $752
- Energy $187
- Water $55
- Groceries $327
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $470
- State tax $146
- Rent $986
- Energy $224
- Water $65
- Groceries $542
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $653
- State tax $225
- Rent $1,382
- Energy $280
- Water $75
- Groceries $822
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $653
- State tax $225
Frequently asked questions about Hoke County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Hoke County?
In Hoke County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $986 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,382 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Hoke County?
In Hoke County, NC, the average household income is $60,095 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,816 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Hoke County?
The estimated cost of living in Hoke County, NC is approximately $2,737 per month for a single person, $3,979 for a couple, $6,507 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Hoke County?
The combined sales tax rate in Hoke County, NC is 7.00%, which includes the North Carolina state rate of 4.75% plus an average local rate of 2.25%.
Is Hoke County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Hoke County, NC would need approximately $2,737 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,095 per year ($5,008 per month). Hoke County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Hoke County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hoke County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Hoke County?
The average home value in Hoke County, NC is $196,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,357, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Hoke County compare to other areas?
You can compare Hoke County, NC with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Hoke County is in the Fayetteville, NC metro area.
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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