How much does it cost to rent in Mc Leansville, NC?

As of June 2026, the median monthly rent in Mc Leansville, NC is $2,293. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mc Leansville cheaper than other North Carolina cities?

Mc Leansville is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina, ranking #4 out of 124 cities tracked at $2,293/mo.

When was Mc Leansville rent data last updated?

Mc Leansville rent data reflects June 2026 and was last refreshed on June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · NC

Mc Leansville

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Pop. 688·4th most expensive in North Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Mc Leansville, NC

Median rent (all units)

$2,293/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+11.5%

vs US Median

+$328

Rising (Monthly)

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Mc Leansville · $2,293

More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

38% of income

MODERATE

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At $2,293/mo, rent takes about 38% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$92,000/yr

US median income

$72,000/yr

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost

$27,516/yr

At $2,293/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +11.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mc Leansville, NC is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

688

Median age

62.5

Renters

6.6%

Age distribution

15.7%

44.6%

33.1%

Under 186.5%

35–5415.7%

55–6444.6%

65+33.1%

Gender

57%

43%

Male57%

Female43%

Race & ethnicity

77.9%

12.6%

White77.9%

Black12.6%

Hispanic11.6%

Education (25+)

12.1%

38.1%

24.6%

25.2%

No HS diploma12.1%

HS diploma38.1%

Some college24.6%

Bachelor's+25.2%

Housing tenure

93.4%

Owner93.4%

Renter6.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mc Leansville, NC has changed in 5 years

Population

1,040 → 688

down 33.8%

Renter share

21.2% → 6.6%

-14.6 pts

Bachelor's+

13.1% → 25.2%

+12.1 pts

Median age

56.2 → 62.5

+6.3 yrs

Headcount in the area went from 1,040 to 688 between 2021 and 2024, a 33.8% change. About 6.6% of households rent today, against 21.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 13.1% to 25.2%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mc Leansville on your salary?

At $2,293/mo, how Mc Leansville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 31% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 43.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 21.2% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 16.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 46.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 51.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 41.9% income

rent-burdened

Local insights

Tips for renters in Mc Leansville

About renting in Mc Leansville, NC

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Mc Leansville is $2,293/mo as of June 2026.

At 38% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Mc Leansville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mc Leansville an affordable city for renters?

Mc Leansville is considered moderate for renters. At $2,293/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mc Leansville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Mc Leansville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,293/mo in Mc Leansville.

Is rent going up or down in Mc Leansville?

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

How does Mc Leansville rent compare to other cities in North Carolina?

Mc Leansville is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #4 out of 124 tracked cities at $2,293/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mc Leansville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mc Leansville ($2,293/mo): Greensboro ($1,415/mo), Elon ($1,522/mo), Browns Summit ($1,566/mo).

What percentage of Mc Leansville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 6.6% of Mc Leansville households are renters, while 93.4% are owner-occupied. Mc Leansville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mc Leansville rent compare to the national average?

Mc Leansville's median rent of $2,293/mo is $328 (17%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #4 out of 124 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $2,293/mo, rent takes ~38% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mc Leansville 38%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.5%

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