salaryRent is lower than in 64% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.8 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 18.3 minutes. Most households rent (64%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $55,320 a year. That is $27 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other North Carolina cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of North Carolina. It is number 70 of 164 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Goldsboro?
Share of households by yearly income. 13.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Goldsboro
| Size | Goldsboro | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $956 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $586 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,027 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,205 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,416 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Goldsboro overall?
Everyday prices in the Goldsboro metro area are 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.5, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Goldsboro
Life in Goldsboro
What jobs pay in Goldsboro
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $139,210 | 11.9% |
| Physician Assistant | $128,370 | 12.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $122,950 | 13.5% |
| Lawyer | $113,980 | 14.6% |
| Software Developer | $96,140 | 17.3% |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,350 | 19.9% |
| Registered Nurse | $82,740 | 20.1% |
| Operations Manager | $80,170 | 20.7% |
| Civil Engineer | $75,620 | 21.9% |
| Accountant | $75,000 | 22.1% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $74,990 | 22.1% |
| Market Research Analyst | $64,940 | 25.6% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $60,470 | 27.4% |
| HVAC Technician | $51,540 | 32.2% |
| Plumber | $51,260 | 32.4% |
| Electrician | $51,230 | 32.4% |
| Carpenter | $49,920 | 33.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $49,240 | 33.7% |
| Truck Driver | $47,140 | 35.2% |
| Police Officer | $46,570 | 35.6% |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,540 | 43.1% |
| Medical Assistant | $38,210 | 43.4% |
| Firefighter | $35,500 | 46.7% |
| Warehouse Worker | $34,730 | 47.8% |
| Customer Service Representative | $34,500 | 48.1% |
| Restaurant Cook | $32,420 | 51.2% |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,960 | 55.4% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,530 | 58.2% |
| Cashier | $27,170 | 61.1% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Goldsboro?
About the same. Renting and owning cost within $7 of each other each month.
Owning assumes a typical $200,400 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $20,040 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Goldsboro, NC?
Renting in Goldsboro costs a median of about $1,383 a month in 2026, including utilities. The North Carolina median is $1,496.
How much do I need to make to live in Goldsboro?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $55,320 a year, or $27 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Goldsboro cheap or expensive?
Goldsboro is rated Expensive: rent takes 31.7% of the typical household income of $52,350. It ranks 70th cheapest of 164 North Carolina cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Goldsboro?
The median homeowner in Goldsboro pays $1,886 a year in property taxes, about 0.94% of the median home value.
Is Goldsboro more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 12% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Goldsboro?
The median home value in Goldsboro is $200,400, about 3.8 times the typical yearly household income.
34,383 people live in Goldsboro. Numbers are typical (middle) values.