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Cost of living in Sampson County, NC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,740/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 59,245 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $797 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $436 16%
Groceries $327 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $138 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Sampson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$709
per month
1 bedroom
$797
per month
2 bedroom
$930
per month
3 bedroom
$1,131
per month
4 bedroom
$1,337
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sampson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,159
per year
Individual earnings
$36,734
per year
Per capita
$26,978
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sampson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$128,400
Annual property tax
$1,051

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sampson 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 Sampson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.0%

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 Sampson 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 Sampson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.9 min
Drive alone
82.5%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
4.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sampson County

What it costs to live in Sampson County each month.

Single person
$2,740
per month
  • Rent $797
  • Energy $187
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $327
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $436
  • State tax $138
Couple
$3,784
per month
  • Rent $930
  • Energy $224
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $542
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $540
  • State tax $199
Family
$6,117
per month
  • Rent $1,131
  • Energy $280
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $822
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $540
  • State tax $199

Frequently asked questions about Sampson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sampson County?

In Sampson County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $797 per month, a two-bedroom averages $930 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,131 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sampson County?

In Sampson County, NC, the average household income is $53,159 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,734 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sampson County?

The estimated cost of living in Sampson County, NC is approximately $2,740 per month for a single person, $3,784 for a couple, $6,117 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sampson County?

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

Is Sampson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sampson County, NC would need approximately $2,740 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,159 per year ($4,430 per month). Sampson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Sampson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sampson County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sampson County?

The average home value in Sampson County, NC is $128,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,051, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sampson 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