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Cost of living in Hoke County, NC

Part of the Fayetteville Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,737/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 53,102 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $470 17%
Groceries $327 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $146 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Hoke County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$747
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$986
per month
3 bedroom
$1,382
per month
4 bedroom
$1,656
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hoke County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,095
per year
Individual earnings
$38,816
per year
Per capita
$29,575
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hoke County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$196,000
Annual property tax
$1,357

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hoke 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 Hoke County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.4%

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.

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 Hoke County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.2 min
Drive alone
81.1%
Public transit
0.8%
Work from home
6.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hoke County

What it costs to live in Hoke County each month.

Single person
$2,737
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $187
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $327
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $470
  • State tax $146
Couple
$3,979
per month
  • Rent $986
  • Energy $224
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $542
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $653
  • State tax $225
Family
$6,507
per month
  • 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