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Pittsboro

Pop. 4,752·17th most expensive in North Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Pittsboro, NC
Median rent (all units)
$1,985/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.9%
Month-over-Month
+8.2%
vs US Median
+$20
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Pittsboro · $1,985
More expensive than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,985/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$79,000/yr
Local median income
$81,639/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Pittsboro's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,250
1 BR
$1,280
2 BR
$1,470
3 BR
$1,850
4 BR+
$2,260
Research median
$1,470/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$23,820/yr
At $1,985/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 3.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.9% YoY, +8.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Pittsboro, NC is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 40.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,752
Median income
$81,639
Median age
43
Renters
30.4%
Age distribution
17.1%
22.2%
26.3%
14%
20.4%
Under 1817.1%
18–3422.2%
35–5426.3%
55–6414%
65+20.4%
Gender
41.2%
58.8%
Male41.2%
Female58.8%
Race & ethnicity
79.9%
White79.9%
Black12%
Hispanic7.2%
Other0.9%
Education (25+)
30.8%
25.4%
40.8%
No HS diploma3%
HS diploma30.8%
Some college25.4%
Bachelor's+40.8%
Housing tenure
69.6%
30.4%
Owner69.6%
Renter30.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pittsboro, NC has changed in 5 years

Income
$49,745 → $81,639
up 64.1%
Population
4,433 → 4,752
up 7.2%
Renter share
38.4% → 30.4%
-8.0 pts
Bachelor's+
42.8% → 40.8%
-2.0 pts
Median age
40.1 → 43
+2.9 yrs

Median household income climbed from $49,745 to $81,639 between 2021 and 2024, a 64.1% shift. Census counts show Pittsboro, NC adding about 319 residents over the five-year window, up 7.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 38.4% to 30.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 42.8% to 40.8% across the same window.

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Pittsboro rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Pittsboro, NC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pittsboro is $1,985/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,250/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,470/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,280/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,850/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($81,639/yr), Pittsboro ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pittsboro an affordable city for renters?

Pittsboro is considered affordable for renters. At $1,985/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($81,639/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pittsboro falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Pittsboro?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,985/mo in Pittsboro. The local median household income is $81,639/yr, meaning the typical Pittsboro household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pittsboro?

Rent in Pittsboro has decreased 3.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Pittsboro is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #17 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,985/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pittsboro?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Pittsboro ($1,985/mo): Graham ($1,382/mo), Carrboro ($1,480/mo), Chapel Hill ($1,763/mo).

What percentage of Pittsboro residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.4% of Pittsboro households are renters, while 69.6% are owner-occupied. Pittsboro leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pittsboro rent compare to the national average?

Pittsboro's median rent of $1,985/mo is $20 (1%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #17 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,985/mo, rent takes ~29% of Pittsboro's median household income ($81,639/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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