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The high costs of living in the High Country: New report shows statewide housing cost challenges

A National Low Income Housing Coalition study found that the average North Carolina renter must work more than 150 hours per week to afford a modest two-bedroom rental. The report highlights housing cost challenges affecting renters across the state, including those in the High Country region.

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