Most corps members teach in this region’s small rural towns where they become immersed in community life.

Eastern North Carolina

Cost of Living

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Beginning Teacher Salary:
$30,430 (county supplements will vary and this number could be higher or lower depending on placement county)
Closest city to enter for comparison:
Durham, NC

Average Per Capita Income - Eastern North Carolina
$20,307 (NC); $15,897 (Vance); $14,096 (Bertie)

Housing
Single: $300-700
Shared: $150-300
Many corps members have chosen to live in small two- or three- bedroom wood-frame houses with big yards and great views. Others have opted to reside in apartment complexes where corps members are often offered reduced rates. Approximately 85 percent of corps members live with other corps members.

General Cost of Living
Movie Admission: $8-9
Cover Charge at a Club: $10-25
Gym Membership:
  • initiation fee: $75-100
  • monthly: $28-40
1/2 Gallon of Milk : $2.00
Dinner at a Modestly Priced Restaurant: $10
Public Transportation: N/A
Car is essential. Note: In order to maintain in-state status, corps members must register their vehicles and obtain a driver's license (additional fees apply).
Average cost of daycare : $100-150/week
Transportation to/from the region : $100-200 for a one way ticket to RDU

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