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Cost of living in Stokes County, NC

Part of the Winston Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,995/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 44,889 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $992 33%
Federal tax $485 16%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $327 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $187 6%
State tax $149 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Stokes County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$945
per month
1 bedroom
$992
per month
2 bedroom
$1,163
per month
3 bedroom
$1,526
per month
4 bedroom
$1,794
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Stokes County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,039
per year
Individual earnings
$39,694
per year
Per capita
$32,721
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Stokes County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$186,800
Annual property tax
$1,158

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Stokes 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 Stokes County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.6%

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 Stokes 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 Stokes County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.5 min
Drive alone
84.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Stokes County

What it costs to live in Stokes County each month.

Single person
$2,995
per month
  • Rent $992
  • Energy $187
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $327
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $485
  • State tax $149
Couple
$4,155
per month
  • Rent $1,163
  • Energy $224
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $542
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $652
  • State tax $225
Family
$6,650
per month
  • Rent $1,526
  • Energy $280
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $822
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $652
  • State tax $225

Frequently asked questions about Stokes County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Stokes County?

In Stokes County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $992 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,163 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,526 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Stokes County?

In Stokes County, NC, the average household income is $60,039 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,694 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Stokes County?

The estimated cost of living in Stokes County, NC is approximately $2,995 per month for a single person, $4,155 for a couple, $6,650 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Stokes County?

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

Is Stokes County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Stokes County, NC would need approximately $2,995 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,039 per year ($5,003 per month). Stokes County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Stokes County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Stokes County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Stokes County?

The average home value in Stokes County, NC is $186,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,158, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Stokes County compare to other areas?

You can compare Stokes County, NC with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Stokes County is in the Winston-Salem, 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