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Cost of living in Perquimans County, NC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,759/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,146 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $758 27%
Federal tax $483 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $327 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $149 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Perquimans County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$753
per month
1 bedroom
$758
per month
2 bedroom
$994
per month
3 bedroom
$1,393
per month
4 bedroom
$1,415
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Perquimans County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,224
per year
Individual earnings
$39,605
per year
Per capita
$33,626
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Perquimans County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$211,600
Annual property tax
$1,316

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Perquimans 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 Perquimans County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.2%

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 Perquimans 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 Perquimans County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
35.4 min
Drive alone
82.3%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
6.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Perquimans County

What it costs to live in Perquimans County each month.

Single person
$2,759
per month
  • Rent $758
  • Energy $187
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $327
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $483
  • State tax $149
Couple
$4,011
per month
  • Rent $994
  • Energy $224
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $542
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $672
  • State tax $230
Family
$6,542
per month
  • Rent $1,393
  • Energy $280
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $822
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $672
  • State tax $230

Frequently asked questions about Perquimans County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Perquimans County?

In Perquimans County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $758 per month, a two-bedroom averages $994 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,393 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Perquimans County?

In Perquimans County, NC, the average household income is $61,224 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,605 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Perquimans County?

The estimated cost of living in Perquimans County, NC is approximately $2,759 per month for a single person, $4,011 for a couple, $6,542 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Perquimans County?

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

Is Perquimans County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Perquimans County, NC would need approximately $2,759 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,224 per year ($5,102 per month). Perquimans County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Perquimans County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Perquimans County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Perquimans County?

The average home value in Perquimans County, NC is $211,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,316, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Perquimans 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