This growing metropolis is a world-class city with a small-town, Southern charm.

Charlotte

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Cost of Living

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Beginning Teacher Salary: $34,400 - $37,800

Average Per Capita Income - Charlotte
$24,853

Housing
Single: $600-900
Shared: $400-600
Corps members have the opportunity to explore the many neighborhoods of Charlotte and live in either modern apartment complexes or small houses.

General Cost of Living
Movie Admission: $8-9
Cover Charge at a Club: $5-7
Gym Membership:
  • initiation fee: $25
  • per month: $25-50
Dinner at a Modestly Priced Restaurant: $12-17
Public Transportation: $1.10 (single ride); $60 (montly unlimited)
Average cost of daycare: $112-130 weekly
Transportation to/from the region: $125

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