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Cost of living in Yancey County, NC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,641/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,676 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $709 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $427 16%
Groceries $327 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $136 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Yancey County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$704
per month
1 bedroom
$709
per month
2 bedroom
$930
per month
3 bedroom
$1,228
per month
4 bedroom
$1,233
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Yancey County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$54,961
per year
Individual earnings
$36,146
per year
Per capita
$34,699
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Yancey County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$222,300
Annual property tax
$1,058

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Yancey 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 Yancey County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.4%

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 Yancey 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 Yancey County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.6 min
Drive alone
80.4%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
8.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Yancey County

What it costs to live in Yancey County each month.

Single person
$2,641
per month
  • Rent $709
  • Energy $187
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $327
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $427
  • State tax $136
Couple
$3,820
per month
  • Rent $930
  • Energy $224
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $542
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $569
  • State tax $206
Family
$6,250
per month
  • Rent $1,228
  • Energy $280
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $822
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $569
  • State tax $206

Frequently asked questions about Yancey County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Yancey County?

In Yancey County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $709 per month, a two-bedroom averages $930 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,228 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Yancey County?

In Yancey County, NC, the average household income is $54,961 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,146 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Yancey County?

The estimated cost of living in Yancey County, NC is approximately $2,641 per month for a single person, $3,820 for a couple, $6,250 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Yancey County?

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

Is Yancey County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Yancey County, NC would need approximately $2,641 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $54,961 per year ($4,580 per month). Yancey County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Yancey County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Yancey County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Yancey County?

The average home value in Yancey County, NC is $222,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,058, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Yancey 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