Cost of Living in Goldsboro, NC
Population: 33,448 • 2026 Data
$47,005
Median Household Income
-39% vs national
$956
Median Monthly Rent
-29% vs national
$173,700
Median Home Value
-49% vs national
6.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Goldsboro
The median home value in Goldsboro, NC is $173,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $956, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $948.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Goldsboro, NC is $47,005. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3%, with a labor force of 15,439 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.