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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mooresville, NC is $1,621. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mooresville cheaper than other North Carolina cities?

Mooresville is among the more affordable cities in North Carolina, ranking #84 out of 126 cities at $1,621/mo.

When was Mooresville rent data last updated?

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

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

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Mooresville is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 1.3% 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

Mooresville

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Pop. 52,381·84th most expensive in North Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Mooresville, NC

Median rent (all units)

$1,621/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.3%

Month-over-Month

-0.6%

vs US Median

-$344

Falling (Monthly)

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Mooresville · $1,621

More affordable than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

71/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,621/mo

Expected by trend

$1,808/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,510

1 BR

$1,565

2 BR

$1,740

3 BR

$2,390

4 BR+

$2,920

Research median

$1,740/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

$19,452/yr

At $1,621/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 1.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.3% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mooresville, NC is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 45.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

52,381

Median income

$89,647

Median age

35.8

Renters

41.7%

Age distribution

24.3%

24.5%

27.4%

12.7%

Under 1824.3%

18–3424.5%

35–5427.4%

55–6411.1%

65+12.7%

Gender

49.2%

50.8%

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

Race & ethnicity

71%

12.2%

White71%

Black12.2%

Hispanic8.3%

Asian4.4%

Other4.1%

Education (25+)

20%

29.1%

45.5%

No HS diploma5.3%

HS diploma20%

Some college29.1%

Bachelor's+45.5%

Housing tenure

58.3%

41.7%

Owner58.3%

Renter41.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mooresville, NC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,361 → $1,621

up 19.1%

Income

$75,141 → $89,647

up 19.3%

Population

48,431 → 52,381

up 8.2%

Renter share

40.5% → 41.7%

+1.2 pts

Bachelor's+

43.8% → 45.5%

+1.7 pts

Five years ago, renters in Mooresville, NC paid around $1,361 a month. That figure now sits near $1,621, up 19.1% from the 2021 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $75,141 to $89,647 across the same window, up 19.3% versus 2021. Census counts show Mooresville, NC adding about 3,950 residents over the five-year window, up 8.2% on net. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Mooresville, NC look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mooresville on your salary?

At $1,621/mo, how Mooresville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Mooresville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mooresville, NC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mooresville is $1,621/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,510/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,565/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,390/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($89,647/yr), Mooresville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mooresville an affordable city for renters?

Mooresville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,621/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($89,647/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mooresville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mooresville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,621/mo in Mooresville. The local median household income is $89,647/yr, meaning the typical Mooresville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mooresville?

Rent in Mooresville has decreased 1.3% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Mooresville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Mooresville are 28117 ($1,542/mo), and 28115 ($1,884/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Mooresville is $1,621/mo.

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

Mooresville is one of the more affordable cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #84 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,621/mo.

What percentage of Mooresville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.7% of Mooresville households are renters, while 58.3% are owner-occupied. Mooresville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mooresville rent compare to the national average?

Mooresville's median rent of $1,621/mo is $344 (18%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #84 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,621/mo, rent takes ~22% of Mooresville's median household income ($89,647/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mooresville 22%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.5%

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