Cost of living in Kernersville

Kernersville, United States is Very expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $2162 for one person and $4655 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Kernersville compared to other cities?

Compared to the European benchmark, Kernersville is 51% more expensive overall.

How does Kernersville compare to your city?

Kernersville is 46% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Kernersville is, on average, 47% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Kernersville?

Who is Kernersville a good fit for?

Kernersville tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.

FAQ

Why is Kernersville so expensive?

The primary driver of high costs in Kernersville is rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall expenses.

Is food expensive in Kernersville?

Food prices in Kernersville are 19% higher than the European benchmark, contributing to the overall cost of living.

Is public transport affordable in Kernersville?

Public transport in Kernersville is 17% lower than the European benchmark, making it a more budget-friendly option.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2162 $
Without Rent
776 $
Rent & Utilities
1386 $
Food
567 $
Transport
62 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4200 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
26.4K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 20.1 $
Dinner 67.5 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.98 $
Capuccino 4.76 $
Coke, 330ml 2.16 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.93 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.79 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.61 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.02 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 15 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.62 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 17.5 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.14 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.76 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.97 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.97 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.41 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.21 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.21 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.57 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 12.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.65 $
Cigarette pack 7.59 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.77 $
Monthly Pass 66.7 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.85 $
Taxi, 8 km 20.8 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 97.9 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 8.29 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.29 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.51 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.73 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 82 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 126 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 75.7 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,214 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,742 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,286 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,203 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 6,095 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 3,693 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,2 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.46%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 31.7 $
Cinema, 1 seat 15 $
Haircut 20.8 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 83.9 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 52.2 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 909 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 25,653 $

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Kernersville vs George Town (George Town is 69% more expensive)
Bahamas
Kernersville vs Nassau (Nassau is 27% more expensive) Kernersville vs Freeport (Freeport is 2% more expensive)
Vanuatu
Kernersville vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 9% more expensive) Kernersville vs Luganville (Luganville is 41% more expensive)
United States
Kernersville vs New York City (New York City is 87% more expensive) Kernersville vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 47% more expensive) Kernersville vs Chicago (Chicago is 23% more expensive) Kernersville vs Houston (Houston is 4% more expensive) Kernersville vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 10% more expensive) Kernersville vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 18% more expensive) Kernersville vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 1% more expensive) Kernersville vs San Diego (San Diego is 55% more expensive) Kernersville vs Dallas (Dallas is 18% more expensive) Kernersville vs San Jose (San Jose is 70% more expensive)
Canada
Kernersville vs Toronto (Toronto is 19% more expensive) Kernersville vs Montreal (Montreal is 10% less expensive) Kernersville vs Calgary (Calgary is 1% less expensive) Kernersville vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 3% more expensive) Kernersville vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 17% less expensive) Kernersville vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 19% less expensive) Kernersville vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 14% more expensive) Kernersville vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 23% more expensive) Kernersville vs Brampton (Brampton is 2% less expensive) Kernersville vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 0% less expensive)
Barbados
Kernersville vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 37% less expensive) Kernersville vs Holetown (Holetown is 36% less expensive)
Panama
Kernersville vs Panama City (Panama City is 36% less expensive) Kernersville vs Colon (Colon is 45% less expensive) Kernersville vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 43% less expensive) Kernersville vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 51% less expensive) Kernersville vs David (David is 61% less expensive) Kernersville vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 56% less expensive) Kernersville vs Balboa (Balboa is 42% less expensive) Kernersville vs Pacora (Pacora is 42% less expensive) Kernersville vs Chitre (Chitre is 50% less expensive) Kernersville vs Penonome (Penonome is 49% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Kernersville vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 43% less expensive) Kernersville vs Cayon (Cayon is 43% less expensive)
Cuba
Kernersville vs Havana (Havana is 53% less expensive) Kernersville vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 35% less expensive) Kernersville vs Holguin (Holguin is 41% less expensive) Kernersville vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 29% less expensive) Kernersville vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 51% less expensive) Kernersville vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 46% less expensive) Kernersville vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 28% less expensive) Kernersville vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 28% less expensive) Kernersville vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 49% less expensive) Kernersville vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 59% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Kernersville vs San Jose (San Jose is 43% less expensive) Kernersville vs Limon (Limon is 44% less expensive) Kernersville vs Liberia (Liberia is 58% less expensive) Kernersville vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 43% less expensive) Kernersville vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 41% less expensive) Kernersville vs Cartago (Cartago is 56% less expensive) Kernersville vs Heredia (Heredia is 42% less expensive) Kernersville vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 22% less expensive) Kernersville vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 39% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Kernersville vs Castries (Castries is 46% less expensive) Kernersville vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 45% less expensive)
Jamaica
Kernersville vs Kingston (Kingston is 39% less expensive) Kernersville vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 64% less expensive) Kernersville vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 53% less expensive) Kernersville vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 46% less expensive) Kernersville vs May Pen (May Pen is 62% less expensive) Kernersville vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 55% less expensive) Kernersville vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 61% less expensive) Kernersville vs Linstead (Linstead is 52% less expensive) Kernersville vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 48% less expensive) Kernersville vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 47% less expensive)
El Salvador
Kernersville vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 45% less expensive) Kernersville vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 67% less expensive) Kernersville vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 46% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 50% less expensive) Kernersville vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 46% less expensive) Kernersville vs Apopa (Apopa is 47% less expensive) Kernersville vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 44% less expensive) Kernersville vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 33% less expensive) Kernersville vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 50% less expensive) Kernersville vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 59% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Kernersville vs St. John's (St. John's is 50% less expensive) Kernersville vs All Saints (All Saints is 50% less expensive)
Grenada
Kernersville vs St. George's (St. George's is 51% less expensive) Kernersville vs Grenville (Grenville is 51% less expensive)
Dominica
Kernersville vs Roseau (Roseau is 54% less expensive) Kernersville vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 47% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Kernersville vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 55% less expensive) Kernersville vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 54% less expensive)
Belize
Kernersville vs Belize City (Belize City is 59% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 50% less expensive) Kernersville vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 66% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 38% less expensive) Kernersville vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 27% less expensive)
Guatemala
Kernersville vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 54% less expensive) Kernersville vs Mixco (Mixco is 70% less expensive) Kernersville vs Coban (Coban is 58% less expensive) Kernersville vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 64% less expensive) Kernersville vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 58% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 58% less expensive) Kernersville vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 60% less expensive) Kernersville vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 60% less expensive) Kernersville vs Flores (Flores is 60% less expensive) Kernersville vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 63% less expensive)
Honduras
Kernersville vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 62% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 52% less expensive) Kernersville vs Choloma (Choloma is 72% less expensive) Kernersville vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 70% less expensive) Kernersville vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 59% less expensive) Kernersville vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 60% less expensive) Kernersville vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 67% less expensive) Kernersville vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 67% less expensive) Kernersville vs Yoro (Yoro is 66% less expensive) Kernersville vs La Lima (La Lima is 60% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Kernersville vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 63% less expensive) Kernersville vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 52% less expensive) Kernersville vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 65% less expensive) Kernersville vs Higuey (Higuey is 64% less expensive) Kernersville vs La Vega (La Vega is 73% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 62% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 66% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 76% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 71% less expensive) Kernersville vs Bonao (Bonao is 75% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Kernersville vs Managua (Managua is 64% less expensive) Kernersville vs Leon (Leon is 70% less expensive) Kernersville vs Masaya (Masaya is 67% less expensive) Kernersville vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 75% less expensive) Kernersville vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 70% less expensive) Kernersville vs Esteli (Esteli is 73% less expensive) Kernersville vs Granada (Granada is 68% less expensive) Kernersville vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 79% less expensive) Kernersville vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 69% less expensive) Kernersville vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 59% less expensive)