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Cost of living in Robeson County, NC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,614/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 116,858 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $734 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $385 15%
Groceries $327 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $126 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Robeson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$718
per month
1 bedroom
$734
per month
2 bedroom
$930
per month
3 bedroom
$1,182
per month
4 bedroom
$1,362
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Robeson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$40,318
per year
Individual earnings
$33,613
per year
Per capita
$22,925
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Robeson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$88,600
Annual property tax
$799

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Robeson 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 Robeson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.3%

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 Robeson 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 Robeson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.0 min
Drive alone
85.2%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
3.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Robeson County

What it costs to live in Robeson County each month.

Single person
$2,614
per month
  • Rent $734
  • Energy $187
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $327
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $385
  • State tax $126
Couple
$3,546
per month
  • Rent $930
  • Energy $224
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $542
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $350
  • State tax $151
Family
$5,930
per month
  • Rent $1,182
  • Energy $280
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $822
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $350
  • State tax $151

Frequently asked questions about Robeson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Robeson County?

In Robeson County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $734 per month, a two-bedroom averages $930 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,182 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Robeson County?

In Robeson County, NC, the average household income is $40,318 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,613 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Robeson County?

The estimated cost of living in Robeson County, NC is approximately $2,614 per month for a single person, $3,546 for a couple, $5,930 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Robeson County?

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

Is Robeson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Robeson County, NC would need approximately $2,614 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $40,318 per year ($3,360 per month). Robeson County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Robeson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Robeson County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Robeson County?

The average home value in Robeson County, NC is $88,600, with average annual property taxes of $799, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Robeson County compare to other areas?

You can compare Robeson County, NC with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Robeson County is in the Lumberton, 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