Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 4, 2026
Average rent in
Salisbury, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on September 4, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Salisbury rent stands today
Salisbury, NC rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,500/month. Month over month, rent increased 3.7%.
Compared to national trends
Salisbury sits 21.5% more affordable than the $1,910/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market with 69 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Salisbury rent for $750/month, 1-bedrooms for $855/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,200/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,599/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,000/month. This range shows the variation renters face by bedroom count.
Median rent
Median rent in Salisbury
$1,500/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Salisbury is $1,500 per month as of August 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $410 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Salisbury
69
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Salisbury rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Salisbury, NC
Average rent prices in Salisbury have increased by 4% over the last month and have remained the same 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 $1,155, whereas a house costs $1,599. 1-bedroom apartments in Salisbury run $950 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,160.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $750 |  34% | 28% | |
1 bedroom | $855 |  4% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,200 | 7% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,599 | 1% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,000 | 4% | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Berkshire | $1,706 | |
Corbin Hills | $1,275 | |
Downtown Salisbury | $1,500 | |
Dutch Farm | $1,695 | |
High Rock Estates | $1,550 | |
Lake High Rock | $1,375 | |
Oakland | $1,500 | |
Summerfield | $1,411 | |
Sunset Pointe At High Rock Lake | $1,525 | |
Whitney Industrial Park | $1,642 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,155 | 8% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,195 | 12% | - | |
Houses | $1,599 | 3% | No Change | |
Rooms | $715 | 6% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
34%
Last year
28%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$855
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,599
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
5%
Downtown Salisbury
Average rent
$1,500
Corbin Hills
Average rent
$1,275
Dutch Farm
Average rent
$1,695
Oakland
Average rent
$1,500
Summerfield
Average rent
$1,411
Lake High Rock
Average rent
$1,375
Sunset Pointe At High Rock Lake
Average rent
$1,525
Berkshire
Average rent
$1,706
High Rock Estates
Average rent
$1,550
Whitney Industrial Park
Average rent
$1,642
Apartments
Average rent
$1,155
Last 30 days
8%
Condos
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
12%
Houses
Average rent
$1,599
Last 30 days
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$715
Last 30 days
6%
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
21%lower than the national median
24%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Salisbury, NC is 3% higher than the median rent in Albemarle, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,450
8%$1,500
2%$1,830
2%$1,850
10%$2,750
14%$2,115
2%$1,695
1%$1,579
17%$1,195
13%$1,330
1%$1,750
12%$1,810
30%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 | No difference |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 10% lower |
| Housing | 23% lower |
| Transportation | 3% lower |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
Discover rentals in Salisbury, NC
22h ago
734 Ryan St, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$925
Apartment for rent
1d ago
403-417 403-417 and 408-418 W Franklin St, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$950–$1,395
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Salisbury
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
16h ago
641 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Salisbury
387 Lake Farm Dr #1, Salisbury, NC 28146
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,800
House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Salisbury
329 Malcolm Rd, Salisbury, NC 28144
3 beds
3 baths
$2,750
House for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Salisbury apartment for rent in Salisbury
113 N Main St #F, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Salisbury
1190 Amberlight Cir, Salisbury, NC 28144
3 beds
2 baths
$2,095
House for rent
17h ago
Verified
210 Sunset Drive, Salisbury, NC 28147
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 26
16h ago
641 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Salisbury
2 beds
1 bath
$1,125
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Salisbury
3 beds
2 baths
$1,250
House for rent
Available Aug 16
17h ago
Verified
210 Sunset Drive, Salisbury, NC 28147
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 26
2d ago
306 N Jackson St, Salisbury, NC 28144
1–2 beds
1 bath
$950–$1,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Salisbury
1133 Davis St, Salisbury, NC 28146
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Salisbury
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,500
House for rent
17h ago
Verified
210 Sunset Drive, Salisbury, NC 28147
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 26
16h ago
641 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Pine Ln, Salisbury, NC 28146
3 beds
2 baths
$1,250
Apartment for rent
2d ago
306 N Jackson St, Salisbury, NC 28144
2 beds
1 bath
$1,160–$1,195
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 $1,500 per month as of August 29, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Salisbury?
Average rent prices in Salisbury have increased by 4% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Salisbury rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Salisbury is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $410 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Salisbury?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Salisbury are Corbin Hills ($1,275/mo), Lake High Rock ($1,375/mo), and Summerfield ($1,411/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?
May offers the lowest rents in Salisbury, running about 10% below August peak prices, while winter months like October and December see less competitive conditions with reduced demand.
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).