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What Is the Average Rent in Durham County, North Carolina?

$1,508/month 6.6%vs 2023 ($1,415)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Durham County, North Carolina is $1,508/month (±$31), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $389,400 (±$6,104), and the median household income is $82,316/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Durham County, North Carolina and Neighbouring Counties

Orange: $1,496Person: $864Durham County: $1,508Chatham: $1,180Granville: $1,008Wake: $1,623$1,496$864$1,508$1,180$1,008$1,623

Housing Metrics for Durham County, North Carolina

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,508
Median Home Value$389,400
Median Household Income$82,316
Total Housing Units141,847
Renter-Occupied Units63,123
Renter-Occupied Share45%
Households Paying 50%+ Income13,704 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,386+0.0%
1 BR$1,335+0.0%
2 BR$1,514+0.0%
3 BR$1,778+0.0%
4 BR$2,004+0.0%
5+ BR$2,639+0.0%

How does Durham County, North Carolina compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in North Carolina.

Higher rent than 98% of counties in North Carolina · 3rd of 100

Cheapest: Graham County($676)
Priciest: Mecklenburg County($1,627)
#CountyValue
1Mecklenburg County$1,627
2Wake County$1,623
3Durham County(you are here)$1,508
… 94 more …
98Graham County$676
99Alleghany County$675
100Tyrrell County$644

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Durham County, North Carolina?

The median gross rent in Durham County, North Carolina is $1,508/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Durham County, North Carolina?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Durham County, North Carolina is $1,514/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$45. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Durham County, North Carolina?

The median home value in Durham County, North Carolina is $389,400 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Durham County are rent-burdened?

In Durham County, North Carolina, 13,704 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Durham County, North Carolina?

The median household income in Durham County, North Carolina is $82,316/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,508 has a margin of error of ±$31. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.