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Average Rent in Caswell County, NC Rents rising 8.6% YoY🔻 4th cheapest in NC

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 22,689

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Caswell County, NC has rental prices ranging from $780/month to $1,398/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $826/month — 41% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $59,407/year, spending $826/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Caswell County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $930/month, Caswell County ranks #84 most expensive of the 87 cities tracked in North Carolina — more affordable than 61% of all US cities in our data.

The Caswell County Rental Market

The Caswell County, NC area has a population of about 22,689 and 24% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Caswell County, NC have risen by $74/month (8.6%) over the past year, from $856 to $930. This rate of increase is significant and reflects strong rental demand and limited housing supply in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Caswell County, NC without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $33,040. The local median household income of $59,407 exceeds that threshold by $26,367, making Caswell County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Caswell County, NC has an unemployment rate of 3.8%, 0.1 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$780
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$826
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$930
8.6% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,270
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,398
Affordable
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Is Caswell County, NC Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$37,200/year
Local median income: $59,407
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $930/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in NClargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Anson County$834$927$1,216$1,465
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

Rent or Buy in Caswell County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Caswell County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$930/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $930/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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