1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hampstead, NC
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Hampstead, North Carolina as of August 2026. That's +34% lower than the citywide median of $1,995 and +5% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Hampstead
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Hampstead
Compare Hampstead's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ranlo | $483 |
| 2 | Shelby | $710 |
| 3 | Lumberton | $730 |
| 4 | Albemarle | $770 |
| 5 | Henderson | $770 |
| 6 | Lillington | $780 |
| 7 | Bessemer City | $799 |
| 8 | Kings Mountain | $820 |
| 9 | Lenoir | $820 |
| 10 | Raeford | $820 |
| 11 | Aberdeen | $830 |
| 12 | Gibsonville | $836 |
| 13 | Marion | $840 |
| 14 | Washington | $840 |
| 15 | Kinston | $850 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrisburg | $2,470 |
| 2 | Holly Springs | $1,950 |
| 3 | Waxhaw | $1,930 |
| 4 | Apex | $1,897 |
| 5 | Davidson | $1,870 |
| 6 | Pineville | $1,790 |
| 7 | Cary | $1,755 |
| 8 | Mint Hill | $1,720 |
| 9 | Kill Devil Hills | $1,711 |
| 10 | Indian Trail | $1,631 |
| 11 | Fuquay Varina | $1,630 |
| 12 | Wake Forest | $1,620 |
| 13 | Durham | $1,600 |
| 14 | Huntersville | $1,596 |
| 15 | Knightdale | $1,580 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Hampstead.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Hampstead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Ridge, NC | 8.7 mi | $1,090 | $-230 (-17%) |
| Sneads Ferry, NC | 19 mi | $1,130 | $-190 (-14%) |
| Wilmington, NC | 20.8 mi | $1,480 | +$160 (+12%) |
| Jacksonville, NC | 28.5 mi | $930 | $-390 (-30%) |
| Richlands, NC | 30.5 mi | $980 | $-340 (-26%) |
| Carolina Beach, NC | 31.9 mi | $1,510 | +$190 (+14%) |
| Leland, NC | 32.2 mi | $1,320 | — |
| Hubert, NC | 36.9 mi | $930 | $-390 (-30%) |
| Bolivia, NC | 45.7 mi | $1,220 | $-100 (-8%) |
| Kinston, NC | 56.1 mi | $850 | $-470 (-36%) |
| Shallotte, NC | 60.2 mi | $1,030 | $-290 (-22%) |
| Newport, NC | 61 mi | $890 | $-430 (-33%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Hampstead — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Hampstead?
As of August 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Hampstead, North Carolina is $1,320 per month. This is +34% below the citywide median of $1,995.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Hampstead?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $52,800 ($4,400/month gross), which works out to roughly $25.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hampstead expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hampstead's 1-bedroom median of $1,320 is +5% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 45th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hampstead rank for 1-bedroom rent in North Carolina?
Among the 123 cities in North Carolina with 1-bedroom data, Hampstead ranks #77 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Hampstead?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Holly Ridge ($1,090), Sneads Ferry ($1,130), Jacksonville ($930).