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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Huntersville, NC is $1,891. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Huntersville cheaper than other North Carolina cities?

Huntersville is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina, ranking #34 out of 126 cities tracked at $1,891/mo.

When was Huntersville rent data last updated?

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

Is Huntersville a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Huntersville is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 1.4% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

City Report · NC

Huntersville

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Pop. 63,969·34th most expensive in North Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Huntersville, NC

Median rent (all units)

$1,891/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.4%

Month-over-Month

-0.4%

vs US Median

-$74

Stable (Monthly)

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Huntersville · $1,891

More expensive than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

66/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Huntersville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,891/mo

Expected by trend

$2,055/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,521

1 BR

$1,576

2 BR

$1,746

3 BR

$2,158

4 BR+

$2,732

Research median

$1,746/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

$22,692/yr

At $1,891/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 1.4% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.4% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Huntersville, NC is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 57.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

63,969

Median income

$120,516

Median age

40.1

Renters

28.3%

Age distribution

24.2%

18.1%

31.8%

12.4%

13.5%

Under 1824.2%

18–3418.1%

35–5431.8%

55–6412.4%

65+13.5%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

68.6%

13.6%

White68.6%

Black13.6%

Hispanic8.3%

Asian6.4%

Other3.1%

Education (25+)

13.5%

25.8%

57.5%

No HS diploma3.2%

HS diploma13.5%

Some college25.8%

Bachelor's+57.5%

Housing tenure

71.7%

28.3%

Owner71.7%

Renter28.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Huntersville, NC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,503 → $1,891

up 25.8%

Income

$102,335 → $120,516

up 17.8%

Population

60,166 → 63,969

up 6.3%

Renter share

26.7% → 28.3%

+1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

55.5% → 57.5%

+2.0 pts

Median age

39.1 → 40.1

+1.0 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Huntersville, NC has climbed from $1,503 to $1,891, a 25.8% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $102,335 to $120,516 across the same window, up 17.8% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 6.3% since 2021, moving from about 60,166 residents to roughly 63,969. Renters now make up 28.3% of households, compared with 26.7% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 57.5% of adults here, versus 55.5% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Huntersville, NC look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Huntersville on your salary?

At $1,891/mo, how Huntersville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 25.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 36% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 31.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 17.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 13.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 38.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Huntersville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Huntersville

About renting in Huntersville, NC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Huntersville is $1,891/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,521/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,746/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,576/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,158/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($120,516/yr), Huntersville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Huntersville an affordable city for renters?

Huntersville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,891/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($120,516/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Huntersville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Huntersville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,891/mo in Huntersville. The local median household income is $120,516/yr, meaning the typical Huntersville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Huntersville?

Rent in Huntersville has decreased 1.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Huntersville is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #34 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,891/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Huntersville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Huntersville ($1,891/mo): Mooresville ($1,621/mo), Cornelius ($1,778/mo), Denver ($1,788/mo).

What percentage of Huntersville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.3% of Huntersville households are renters, while 71.7% are owner-occupied. Huntersville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Huntersville rent compare to the national average?

Huntersville's median rent of $1,891/mo is $74 (4%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #34 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

19%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,891/mo, rent takes ~19% of Huntersville's median household income ($120,516/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Huntersville 19%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.5%

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