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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Gibsonville, NC is $1,948. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Gibsonville cheaper than other North Carolina cities?

Gibsonville is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina, ranking #21 out of 126 cities tracked at $1,948/mo.

When was Gibsonville rent data last updated?

Gibsonville 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

Gibsonville

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Pop. 9,467·21st most expensive in North Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Gibsonville, NC

Median rent (all units)

$1,948/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+1.0%

vs US Median

-$17

Rising (Monthly)

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Gibsonville · $1,948

More expensive than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,948/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$78,000/yr

Local median income

$95,861/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Gibsonville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR

$836

2 BR

$726

3 BR

$1,319

Research median

$726/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

$23,376/yr

At $1,948/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +1.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Gibsonville, NC is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 37.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

9,467

Median income

$95,861

Median age

39.8

Renters

18.9%

Age distribution

25.3%

15.1%

25.4%

15.9%

18.4%

Under 1825.3%

18–3415.1%

35–5425.4%

55–6415.9%

65+18.4%

Gender

44.8%

55.2%

Male44.8%

Female55.2%

Race & ethnicity

63.8%

31.1%

White63.8%

Black31.1%

Hispanic2.6%

Asian0.7%

Other1.8%

Education (25+)

24%

36.4%

37.1%

No HS diploma2.5%

HS diploma24%

Some college36.4%

Bachelor's+37.1%

Housing tenure

81.1%

18.9%

Owner81.1%

Renter18.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Gibsonville, NC has changed in 5 years

Income

$89,073 → $95,861

up 7.6%

Population

8,684 → 9,467

up 9.0%

Renter share

15.5% → 18.9%

+3.4 pts

Bachelor's+

40% → 37.1%

-2.9 pts

Median household income climbed from $89,073 to $95,861 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.6% shift. Census counts show Gibsonville, NC adding about 783 residents over the five-year window, up 9.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 15.5% to 18.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 40% to 37.1% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Gibsonville on your salary?

At $1,948/mo, how Gibsonville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 32.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 18% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 14.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 39.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 43.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 35.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Gibsonville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Gibsonville, NC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gibsonville is $1,948/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $726/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $836/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,319/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($95,861/yr), Gibsonville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gibsonville an affordable city for renters?

Gibsonville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,948/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($95,861/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gibsonville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gibsonville?

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 $1,948/mo in Gibsonville. The local median household income is $95,861/yr, meaning the typical Gibsonville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gibsonville?

Rent in Gibsonville has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

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

Gibsonville is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #21 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,948/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gibsonville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Gibsonville ($1,948/mo): Burlington ($1,298/mo), Elon ($1,522/mo), Browns Summit ($1,566/mo).

What percentage of Gibsonville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.9% of Gibsonville households are renters, while 81.1% are owner-occupied. Gibsonville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Gibsonville rent compare to the national average?

Gibsonville's median rent of $1,948/mo is $17 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #21 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,948/mo, rent takes ~24% of Gibsonville's median household income ($95,861/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Gibsonville 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.5%

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