New Bern, NC vs Emerald Isle, NC

Rent & cost of living comparison

New Bern, NC is 30% cheaper to rent than Emerald Isle, NC, with median rents of $1,605 vs $2,300. Household income is higher in Emerald Isle, NC ($89,773 vs $61,031). Emerald Isle, NC has a notably higher share of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher (57.1%).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents