Cost of Living in New Bern, NC
Population: 31,563 • 2026 Data
$56,893
Median Household Income
-26% vs national
$1,068
Median Monthly Rent
-21% vs national
$211,500
Median Home Value
-38% vs national
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in New Bern
The median home value in New Bern, NC is $211,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,068, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,078.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in New Bern, NC is $56,893. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0%, with a labor force of 14,971 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.