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Cost of living in Pasquotank County, NC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,925/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 40,830 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $909 31%
Federal tax $496 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $327 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $187 6%
State tax $151 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Pasquotank County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$903
per month
1 bedroom
$909
per month
2 bedroom
$1,192
per month
3 bedroom
$1,599
per month
4 bedroom
$1,915
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pasquotank County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,912
per year
Individual earnings
$40,396
per year
Per capita
$32,707
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pasquotank County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$223,300
Annual property tax
$1,547

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pasquotank 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 Pasquotank County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.7%

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 Pasquotank 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 Pasquotank County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.3 min
Drive alone
76.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pasquotank County

What it costs to live in Pasquotank County each month.

Single person
$2,925
per month
  • Rent $909
  • Energy $187
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $327
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $496
  • State tax $151
Couple
$4,263
per month
  • Rent $1,192
  • Energy $224
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $542
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $716
  • State tax $240
Family
$6,802
per month
  • Rent $1,599
  • Energy $280
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $822
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $716
  • State tax $240

Frequently asked questions about Pasquotank County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pasquotank County?

In Pasquotank County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $909 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,192 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,599 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pasquotank County?

In Pasquotank County, NC, the average household income is $63,912 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,396 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pasquotank County?

The estimated cost of living in Pasquotank County, NC is approximately $2,925 per month for a single person, $4,263 for a couple, $6,802 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pasquotank County?

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

Is Pasquotank County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pasquotank County, NC would need approximately $2,925 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,912 per year ($5,326 per month). Pasquotank County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pasquotank County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pasquotank County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pasquotank County?

The average home value in Pasquotank County, NC is $223,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,547, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pasquotank County compare to other areas?

You can compare Pasquotank County, NC with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pasquotank County is in the Elizabeth City, 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
Methodology All data sources