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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Pineville, NC is $1,829. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Pineville cheaper than other North Carolina cities?

Pineville is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina, ranking #41 out of 126 cities tracked at $1,829/mo.

When was Pineville rent data last updated?

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

City Report · NC

Pineville

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Pop. 11,055·41st most expensive in North Carolina·Pineville rents are up 11.9% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,829/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.9%

Month-over-Month

+10.3%

vs US Median

-$136

Rising (Monthly)

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Pineville · $1,829

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

Affordability

32% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,829/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$73,000/yr

Local median income

$69,354/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,720

1 BR

$1,790

2 BR

$1,980

3 BR

$2,440

4 BR+

$3,100

Research median

$1,980/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

$21,948/yr

At $1,829/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.9% YoY, +10.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Pineville, NC is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 44.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

11,055

Median income

$69,354

Median age

33.4

Renters

51.1%

Age distribution

25.5%

28.6%

23.3%

12.8%

Under 1825.5%

18–3428.6%

35–5423.3%

55–649.8%

65+12.8%

Gender

43.3%

56.7%

Male43.3%

Female56.7%

Race & ethnicity

42.8%

16.9%

27.6%

White42.8%

Black16.9%

Hispanic27.6%

Asian4.5%

Other8.3%

Education (25+)

18.5%

27.8%

44.9%

No HS diploma8.8%

HS diploma18.5%

Some college27.8%

Bachelor's+44.9%

Housing tenure

48.9%

51.1%

Owner48.9%

Renter51.1%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Pineville, NC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,565 → $1,829

up 16.9%

Income

$53,199 → $69,354

up 30.4%

Population

10,317 → 11,055

up 7.2%

Renter share

56.3% → 51.1%

-5.2 pts

Bachelor's+

43.1% → 44.9%

+1.8 pts

The median rent in Pineville, NC stood at $1,565 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,829, reflecting a 16.9% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $53,199 to $69,354 between 2021 and 2024, a 30.4% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 7.2% since 2021, moving from about 10,317 residents to roughly 11,055. Renters now make up 51.1% of households, compared with 56.3% five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in Pineville, NC reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Pineville on your salary?

At $1,829/mo, how Pineville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 37.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 41.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Pineville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Pineville, NC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pineville is $1,829/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,720/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,980/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,790/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,440/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($69,354/yr), Pineville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pineville an affordable city for renters?

Pineville is considered moderate for renters. At $1,829/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($69,354/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pineville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Pineville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,829/mo in Pineville. The local median household income is $69,354/yr, meaning the typical Pineville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pineville?

Rent in Pineville has increased 11.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Pineville is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #41 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,829/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pineville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Pineville ($1,829/mo): Rock Hill ($1,494/mo), Charlotte ($1,746/mo), Matthews ($1,756/mo).

What percentage of Pineville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.1% of Pineville households are renters, while 48.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Pineville has a strong rental market.

How does Pineville rent compare to the national average?

Pineville's median rent of $1,829/mo is $136 (7%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #41 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,829/mo, rent takes ~32% of Pineville's median household income ($69,354/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pineville 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.5%

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