Bedroom count
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Last updated on June 5, 2026
Average rent in
Salisbury, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on June 5, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Salisbury rent stands today
Salisbury, NC rent rose 6.8% year over year, with a current median of $1,495/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last month, with the market still below the peak of $1,575/month reached in August 2024.
Compared to national trends
Salisbury sits 23.3% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a smaller market with 73 total rentals that may appeal to renters seeking value.
Price ranges
Studios in Salisbury rent for about $695/month, 1-bedrooms around $900/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,250/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,595/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,100/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options across bedroom sizes.
Median rent
Median rent in Salisbury
$1,495/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Salisbury is $1,495 per month as of June 2026. This is 23% below the national average rent, or $455 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Salisbury
73
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Salisbury rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Salisbury, NC
Average rent prices in Salisbury have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Salisbury, NC
Rent prices in Salisbury vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Salisbury is $1,212, whereas a house costs $1,590. 1-bedroom apartments in Salisbury run $950 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $695 | 34% | - | |
1 bedroom | $900 | 1% | 14% | |
2 bedroom | $1,249 |  2% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,595 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | 7% | 15% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Berkshire | $1,800 | |
Downtown Salisbury | $1,500 | |
Dutch Farm | $1,499 | |
Forest Glen | $1,350 | |
Kannapolis Farms | $1,695 | |
Lake High Rock | $1,325 | |
Lakeside Farms | $1,550 | |
Summit Coporate Center | $1,350 | |
Sunset Pointe At High Rock Lake | $1,350 | |
Whitney Industrial Park | $1,586 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,212 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,367 | 8% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,590 | 3% | No Change | |
Rooms | $820 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$695
Last 30 days
34%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
14%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,249
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
15%
Downtown Salisbury
Average rent
$1,500
Berkshire
Average rent
$1,800
Sunset Pointe At High Rock Lake
Average rent
$1,350
Lake High Rock
Average rent
$1,325
Whitney Industrial Park
Average rent
$1,586
Summit Coporate Center
Average rent
$1,350
Lakeside Farms
Average rent
$1,550
Dutch Farm
Average rent
$1,499
Kannapolis Farms
Average rent
$1,695
Forest Glen
Average rent
$1,350
Apartments
Average rent
$1,212
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,367
Last 30 days
8%
Houses
Average rent
$1,590
Last 30 days
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$820
Last 30 days
No Change
The table above reflects average rent prices in Salisbury, NC, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Salisbury, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Salisbury and Albemarle by all bedroom counts and property types.
Salisbury
23%lower than the national median
28%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Salisbury, NC is 7% higher than the median rent in Albemarle, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,395
9%$1,500
1%$1,875
2%$1,845
1%$2,550
6%$2,200
1%$1,588
6%$1,650
1%$1,395
5%$1,200
20%$1,800
2%$1,800
13%Cost of living in Salisbury, NC
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% lower |
| Groceries | 5% lower |
| Health | 7% lower |
| Housing | 22% lower |
| Transportation | 3% lower |
| Utilities | 5% higher |
Discover rentals in Salisbury, NC
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Salisbury
1119 Fries St, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$940
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Salisbury
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
823 E Lafayette St, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
641 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Salisbury
816 Crown Point Dr, Salisbury, NC 28146
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Feb 23
5d+ ago
House for rent in Salisbury
329 Malcolm Rd, Salisbury, NC 28144
3 beds
3 baths
$2,750
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Salisbury
226 Dunnbrook Dr, Salisbury, NC 28146
3 beds
2 baths
$2,130
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$2,104
House for rent
Available Jul 18
13h ago
Verified
210 Sunset Drive, Salisbury, NC 28147
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,475
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 26
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,689
House for rent
Available Jun 22
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$1,605
House for rent
Available Jul 29
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$2,104
House for rent
Available Jul 18
13h ago
Verified
210 Sunset Drive, Salisbury, NC 28147
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,475
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 26
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,689
House for rent
Available Jun 22
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$1,605
House for rent
Available Jul 29
3d ago
House for rent in Salisbury
146 Falling Up Ln, Salisbury, NC 28147
5 beds
3 baths
$2,100
House for rent
13h ago
Verified
210 Sunset Drive, Salisbury, NC 28147
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,475
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 26
1d ago
641 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
2d ago
306 N Jackson St, Salisbury, NC 28144
1–2 beds
1 bath
$900–$1,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Salisbury
230 S Link Ave #230, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,030
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Salisbury, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Salisbury rental market.
How much is rent in Salisbury?
The average rent in Salisbury is $1,495 per month as of June 4, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Salisbury?
Average rent prices in Salisbury have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
How does Salisbury rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Salisbury is 23% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $455 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Salisbury?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Salisbury are Lake High Rock ($1,325/mo), Sunset Pointe At High Rock Lake ($1,350/mo), and Summit Coporate Center ($1,350/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Salisbury?
To comfortably afford rent in Salisbury, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Salisbury?
Salisbury's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $620 per month, while 2-bedroom units rent for around $1,300 per month. These figures reflect current market conditions with 2-bedroom apartments remaining relatively stable compared to other bedroom types.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).