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Angier

Pop. 6,241·22nd most expensive in North Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Angier, NC
Median rent (all units)
$1,942/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.5%
Month-over-Month
-0.9%
vs US Median
-$23
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Angier · $1,942
More expensive than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
45% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,942/mo, rent takes about 45% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$78,000/yr
Local median income
$52,214/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Angier's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,290
1 BR
$1,320
2 BR
$1,490
3 BR
$1,840
4 BR+
$2,440
Research median
$1,490/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$23,304/yr
At $1,942/mo median
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Rents are climbing (4.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.5% YoY, -0.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Angier, NC is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 32% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,241
Median income
$52,214
Median age
39.9
Renters
30.2%
Age distribution
20.2%
20.8%
25%
16.9%
17%
Under 1820.2%
18–3420.8%
35–5425%
55–6416.9%
65+17%
Gender
42.7%
57.3%
Male42.7%
Female57.3%
Race & ethnicity
59.6%
18.2%
17.2%
White59.6%
Black18.2%
Hispanic17.2%
Asian0.7%
Other4.2%
Education (25+)
16.4%
22%
29.6%
32%
No HS diploma16.4%
HS diploma22%
Some college29.6%
Bachelor's+32%
Housing tenure
69.8%
30.2%
Owner69.8%
Renter30.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Angier, NC has changed in 5 years

Income
$56,277 → $52,214
down 7.2%
Population
5,312 → 6,241
up 17.5%
Renter share
31.7% → 30.2%
-1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
24.8% → 32%
+7.2 pts

Household income in the area moved from $56,277 to $52,214 across the same window, down 7.2% versus 2021. Census counts show Angier, NC adding about 929 residents over the five-year window, up 17.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 31.7% to 30.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 24.8% to 32% across the same window.

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About renting in Angier, NC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Angier is $1,942/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,290/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,490/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,320/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,840/mo.

At 45% of local median household income ($52,214/yr), Angier ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Angier an affordable city for renters?

Angier is considered stretched for renters. At $1,942/mo, rent takes approximately 45% of the local median household income ($52,214/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Angier significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Angier?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,942/mo in Angier. The local median household income is $52,214/yr, meaning the typical Angier household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Angier?

Rent in Angier has increased 4.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Angier rent compare to other cities in North Carolina?

Angier is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #22 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,942/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Angier?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Angier ($1,942/mo): Lillington ($1,648/mo), Clayton ($1,862/mo), Garner ($1,898/mo).

What percentage of Angier residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.2% of Angier households are renters, while 69.8% are owner-occupied. Angier leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Angier rent compare to the national average?

Angier's median rent of $1,942/mo is $23 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #22 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
45%
STRETCHED

At $1,942/mo, rent takes ~45% of Angier's median household income ($52,214/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.5%
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