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ZIP 28036

Part of Davidson, NC
Pop. 22,963·Mecklenburg County·60th most expensive ZIP in North Carolina
Median rent (all units)
$1,854/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.9%
Month-over-Month
-8.8%
vs US Median
-$111
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 28036 · $1,854
More expensive than 52% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,690
1 BR
$1,770
2 BR
$1,940
3 BR
$2,410
4 BR+
$3,050
Research median
$1,940/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$22,248/yr
At $1,854/mo median
Location
StateNC
CountyMecklenburg County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 6.9% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.9% YoY, -8.8% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 28036 (Davidson, NC) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 67.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,963
Median income
$156,496
Median age
40.8
Renters
15.8%
Age distribution
21.8%
19.7%
29%
14.7%
14.8%
Under 1821.8%
18–3419.7%
35–5429%
55–6414.7%
65+14.8%
Gender
51.5%
48.5%
Male51.5%
Female48.5%
Race & ethnicity
78%
White78%
Black7.9%
Hispanic5.8%
Asian2.9%
Other5.5%
Education (25+)
18.7%
67.7%
No HS diploma2.8%
HS diploma10.8%
Some college18.7%
Bachelor's+67.7%
Housing tenure
84.2%
15.8%
Owner84.2%
Renter15.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 28036 in Davidson, NC has changed in 5 years

Income
$125,938 → $156,496
up 24.3%
Population
21,458 → 22,963
up 7.0%
Renter share
17.6% → 15.8%
-1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
67.3% → 67.7%
+0.4 pts
Median age
39.5 → 40.8
+1.3 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $125,938 in 2021 to $156,496 more recently. The population has grown by 7.0% since 2021, moving from about 21,458 residents to roughly 22,963. Renters now make up 15.8% of households, compared with 17.6% five years ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 28036 covers Davidson, NC. The median rent here is $1,854/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,770/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,940/mo.

At 14% of local median household income ($156,496/yr), ZIP 28036 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.9% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 28036?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 28036 (Davidson, NC) is $1,854. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 28036 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 28036's median rent of $1,854/mo is $111 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 28036 compare to other ZIPs in North Carolina?

ZIP 28036 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in North Carolina, ranking #60 out of 227 ZIPs tracked at $1,854/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 28036?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,854/mo in ZIP 28036. The local median household income is $156,496/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 28036?

Rent in ZIP 28036 has decreased 6.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 28036 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 28036 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,854/mo, rent takes approximately 14% of the local median household income ($156,496/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 28036 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 28036 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 15.8% of ZIP 28036 households are renters, while 84.2% are owner-occupied. ZIP 28036 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 28036 compare to the rest of Davidson?

ZIP 28036 is pricier than Davidson as a whole. At $1,854/mo, it's $13 above the Davidson citywide median of $1,841/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 28036 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 28036 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
14%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,854/mo, rent takes ~14% of ZIP 28036's median household income ($156,496/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 28036 14%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.5%
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