How much does it cost to rent in Cameron, NC?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Cameron, NC is $2,137. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Cameron cheaper than other North Carolina cities?

Cameron is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina, ranking #5 out of 126 cities tracked at $2,137/mo.

When was Cameron rent data last updated?

Cameron rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · NC

Cameron

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Pop. 364·5th most expensive in North Carolina·Cameron rents are up 15.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,137/mo

Year-over-Year

+15.6%

Month-over-Month

+3.3%

vs US Median

+$172

Rising (Monthly)

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Cameron · $2,137

More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

34/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% above what Cameron's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,137/mo

Expected by trend

$1,982/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Cameron's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,140

1 BR

$1,150

2 BR

$1,460

3 BR

$2,030

4 BR+

$2,430

Research median

$1,460/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$25,644/yr

At $2,137/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 15.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+15.6% YoY, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Cameron, NC is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

364

Median income

$71,875

Median age

36.1

Renters

19.1%

Age distribution

19.5%

30.2%

20.3%

19.8%

Under 1819.5%

18–3430.2%

35–5420.3%

55–6410.2%

65+19.8%

Gender

42.6%

57.4%

Male42.6%

Female57.4%

Race & ethnicity

62.6%

31%

White62.6%

Black31%

Hispanic2.5%

Other3.8%

Education (25+)

23%

51.9%

17.7%

No HS diploma7.4%

HS diploma23%

Some college51.9%

Bachelor's+17.7%

Housing tenure

80.9%

19.1%

Owner80.9%

Renter19.1%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Cameron, NC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,630 → $2,137

up 31.1%

Income

$65,357 → $71,875

up 10.0%

Population

432 → 364

down 15.7%

Renter share

10.5% → 19.1%

+8.6 pts

Bachelor's+

27.5% → 17.7%

-9.8 pts

Median age

42.2 → 36.1

-6.1 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Cameron, NC paid around $1,630 a month. That figure now sits near $2,137, up 31.1% from the 2022 baseline. Median household income climbed from $65,357 to $71,875 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.0% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Cameron, NC losing about 68 residents over the five-year window, down 15.7% on net. The renter share has risen from 10.5% to 19.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 27.5% to 17.7% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Cameron, NC reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Cameron on your salary?

At $2,137/mo, how Cameron rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 40.7% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 35.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 19.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 15.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 43.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 48.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 39% income

stretched

By apartment size

Cameron rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Cameron. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Cameron, NC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cameron is $2,137/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,140/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,460/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,150/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,030/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($71,875/yr), Cameron ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 15.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cameron an affordable city for renters?

Cameron is considered moderate for renters. At $2,137/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($71,875/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cameron slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Cameron?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,137/mo in Cameron. The local median household income is $71,875/yr, meaning the typical Cameron household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cameron?

Rent in Cameron has increased 15.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Cameron is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #5 out of 126 tracked cities at $2,137/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cameron?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Cameron ($2,137/mo): Spring Lake ($1,420/mo), Southern Pines ($1,770/mo), Sanford ($1,812/mo).

What percentage of Cameron residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.1% of Cameron households are renters, while 80.9% are owner-occupied. Cameron leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cameron rent compare to the national average?

Cameron's median rent of $2,137/mo is $172 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #5 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

36%

MODERATE

At $2,137/mo, rent takes ~36% of Cameron's median household income ($71,875/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cameron 36%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.5%

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