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Henderson

Pop. 14,885·126th most expensive in North Carolina·Henderson rents have dropped 10.6%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$972/mo
Year-over-Year
-10.6%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$993
Stable (Monthly)
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Henderson · $972
More affordable than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $972/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$39,000/yr
Local median income
$39,969/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Henderson's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$760
1 BR
$770
2 BR
$1,010
3 BR
$1,240
4 BR+
$1,370
Research median
$1,010/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
$11,664/yr
At $972/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 10.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-10.6% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Henderson, NC is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,885
Median income
$39,969
Median age
37.7
Renters
61.1%
Age distribution
24.7%
21.7%
21.2%
14.5%
18%
Under 1824.7%
18–3421.7%
35–5421.2%
55–6414.5%
65+18%
Gender
44.4%
55.6%
Male44.4%
Female55.6%
Race & ethnicity
21.1%
63.3%
White21.1%
Black63.3%
Hispanic9.7%
Asian1.4%
Other4.5%
Education (25+)
18.4%
34.1%
32%
15.5%
No HS diploma18.4%
HS diploma34.1%
Some college32%
Bachelor's+15.5%
Housing tenure
38.9%
61.1%
Owner38.9%
Renter61.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Henderson, NC has changed in 5 years

Income
$36,147 → $39,969
up 10.6%
Population
15,084 → 14,885
down 1.3%
Renter share
58.9% → 61.1%
+2.2 pts
Bachelor's+
17.8% → 15.5%
-2.3 pts
Median age
35.9 → 37.7
+1.8 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $36,147 in 2021 to $39,969 more recently. Census counts show Henderson, NC losing about 199 residents over the five-year window, down 1.3% on net. The renter share has risen from 58.9% to 61.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 17.8% to 15.5% across the same window.

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Henderson rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Henderson, NC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Henderson is $972/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $760/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,010/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $770/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,240/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($39,969/yr), Henderson ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 10.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Henderson an affordable city for renters?

Henderson is considered affordable for renters. At $972/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($39,969/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Henderson falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Henderson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $39,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $972/mo in Henderson. The local median household income is $39,969/yr, meaning the typical Henderson household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Henderson?

Rent in Henderson has decreased 10.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Henderson is one of the more affordable cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #126 out of 126 tracked cities at $972/mo.

What percentage of Henderson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 61.1% of Henderson households are renters, while 38.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Henderson has a strong rental market.

How does Henderson rent compare to the national average?

Henderson's median rent of $972/mo is $993 (51%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #126 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $972/mo, rent takes ~29% of Henderson's median household income ($39,969/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Henderson 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.5%
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