Average Rent in Anson County, NC↓ Rents falling 37.5% YoY🔻 Cheapest in NC
HUD FY2021 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 21,903
Market Overview
Anson County, NC has rental prices ranging from $534/month to $1,111/month in 2021, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $537/month — 62% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $44,245/year, spending $537/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Anson County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $693/month, Anson County ranks #87 most expensive of the 87 cities tracked in North Carolina — more affordable than 99% of all US cities in our data.
The Anson County Rental Market
The Anson County, NC area has a population of about 21,903 and 34% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Anson County, NC have fallen by $415/month (37.5%) over the past year, from $1,108 to $693. This rate of decrease is significant and reflects softening demand or increased inventory in the local market.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Anson County, NC without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $21,480. The local median household income of $44,245 exceeds that threshold by $22,765, making Anson County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Anson County, NC has an unemployment rate of 4.7%, 0.8 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2021Is Anson County, NC Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in NClargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | $1,586 | $1,647 | $1,824 | $2,250 | — |
| Camden County | $982 | $990 | $1,129 | $1,582 | — |
| Virginia Beach | $1,475 | $1,483 | $1,696 | $2,361 | — |
| Raleigh | $1,533 | $1,592 | $1,763 | $2,192 | — |
| Greensboro | $999 | $1,039 | $1,150 | $1,463 | — |
| Winston | $945 | $992 | $1,163 | $1,526 | — |
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