Pinehurst, NC Utility & Living Guide

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Pinehurst, NC Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: July 1, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$1451/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$385,300
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Duke Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Pinehurst Public Works
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Pinehurst Public Works
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1451/mo
2 Bedrooms$1613/mo
3 Bedrooms$2016/mo
Median Home Price$385,300
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

Pinehurst’s housing market is competitive, with demand driven by retirees and golf enthusiasts. Prices have risen steadily due to limited inventory.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 4.75% + County 2% + City 0.75%</p>

North Carolina has a flat state income tax rate of 4.99%.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

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Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+8% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (Mix of Republican and Democratic voters)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in tourism, healthcare, and golf-related services
Top Local Concerns
Housing affordability, infrastructure maintenance, preserving historic character
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; most families rely on cars. Sidewalks are common in the village center.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Pinehurst Lake Park
  • 🎯
    Sandhills Horticultural Gardens
  • 🎯
    Given Memorial Library

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Village area offers walkability and charm, while homes near National Golf Club provide more space. Midland neighborhood is popular with families.

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📊 Pinehurst — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$102,917
🏠 Homeownership Rate
87.5%
🔑 Renter Rate
12.5%
📉 Poverty Rate
3.5%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.7%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC use can increase electric bills by 30%. Winter heating costs are moderate due to mild temperatures.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

28374: Property tax millage rate of 0.42%. No local surtaxes specific to Pinehurst.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Good sidewalk coverage in village center, excellent park access, but limited elevator access in older buildings.

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