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What Is the Average Rent in McDowell County, North Carolina?
County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in McDowell County, North Carolina is $806/month (±$45), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $171,100 (±$10,414), and the median household income is $57,168/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Average Rent in McDowell County, North Carolina and Neighbouring Counties
Housing Metrics for McDowell County, North Carolina
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $806 |
| Median Home Value | $171,100 |
| Median Household Income | $57,168 |
| Total Housing Units | 18,638 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 4,550 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 24% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 741 households |
Median Rent by Bedroom Count
| Bedroom | Median Rent | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $714 | +0.0% |
| 2 BR | $782 | +0.0% |
| 3 BR | $929 | +0.0% |
| 4 BR | $744 | +0.0% |
How does McDowell County, North Carolina compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all counties in North Carolina.
Higher rent than 29% of counties in North Carolina · 72th of 100
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mecklenburg County | $1,627 |
| 2 | Wake County | $1,623 |
| 3 | Durham County | $1,508 |
| … 68 more … | ||
| 72 | McDowell County(you are here) | $806 |
| … 25 more … | ||
| 98 | Graham County | $676 |
| 99 | Alleghany County | $675 |
| 100 | Tyrrell County | $644 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in McDowell County, North Carolina?
The median gross rent in McDowell County, North Carolina is $806/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 McDowell County, North Carolina?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in McDowell County, North Carolina is $782/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$68. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in McDowell County, North Carolina?
The median home value in McDowell County, North Carolina is $171,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in McDowell County are rent-burdened?
In McDowell County, North Carolina, 741 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 McDowell County, North Carolina?
The median household income in McDowell County, North Carolina is $57,168/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 $806 has a margin of error of ±$45. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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