2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hampstead, NC
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Hampstead, North Carolina as of July 2026. That's +23% lower than the citywide median of $1,904 and +12% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gibsonville | $726 |
| 2 | Ranlo | $844 |
| 3 | Lumberton | $930 |
| 4 | Shelby | $930 |
| 5 | Marion | $940 |
| 6 | Aberdeen | $950 |
| 7 | Kings Mountain | $990 |
| 8 | Waynesville | $991 |
| 9 | Lexington | $995 |
| 10 | Albemarle | $1,010 |
| 11 | Henderson | $1,010 |
| 12 | Lillington | $1,020 |
| 13 | Lenoir | $1,030 |
| 14 | Archdale | $1,060 |
| 15 | Asheboro | $1,060 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrisburg | $2,740 |
| 2 | Holly Springs | $2,160 |
| 3 | Waxhaw | $2,140 |
| 4 | Apex | $2,107 |
| 5 | Chapel Hill | $2,085 |
| 6 | Davidson | $2,070 |
| 7 | Surf City | $2,067 |
| 8 | Cornelius | $2,030 |
| 9 | Pineville | $1,980 |
| 10 | Cary | $1,943 |
| 11 | Mint Hill | $1,900 |
| 12 | Fuquay Varina | $1,840 |
| 13 | Durham | $1,832 |
| 14 | Raleigh | $1,815 |
| 15 | Wake Forest | $1,790 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Hampstead.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Hampstead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Ridge, NC | 8.7 mi | $1,340 | $-120 (-8%) |
| Surf City, NC | 9 mi | $2,067 | +$607 (+42%) |
| Sneads Ferry, NC | 19 mi | $1,400 | $-60 (-4%) |
| Wilmington, NC | 20.8 mi | $1,643 | +$183 (+13%) |
| Belville, NC | 26.9 mi | $1,728 | +$268 (+18%) |
| Jacksonville, NC | 28.5 mi | $1,150 | $-310 (-21%) |
| Richlands, NC | 30.5 mi | $1,210 | $-250 (-17%) |
| Midway Park, NC | 31.6 mi | $1,150 | $-310 (-21%) |
| Carolina Beach, NC | 31.9 mi | $1,670 | +$210 (+14%) |
| Leland, NC | 32.2 mi | $1,460 | — |
| Hubert, NC | 36.9 mi | $1,150 | $-310 (-21%) |
| Bolivia, NC | 45.7 mi | $1,350 | $-110 (-8%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Hampstead — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Hampstead?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Hampstead, North Carolina is $1,460 per month. This is +23% below the citywide median of $1,904.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Hampstead?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $58,400 ($4,867/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.08/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hampstead expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hampstead's 2-bedroom median of $1,460 is +12% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 37th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hampstead rank for 2-bedroom rent in North Carolina?
Among the 124 cities in North Carolina with 2-bedroom data, Hampstead ranks #71 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Hampstead?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Holly Ridge ($1,340), Sneads Ferry ($1,400), Jacksonville ($1,150).