Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
18%
Lexington, NC
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,095
Population
22,089
Renter Mix
54% Rent
The “Barbecue Capital of the World” is pure North Carolina goodness.
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If you take your barbecue seriously, Lexington is your kind of city — it's earned the title "Barbecue Capital of the World" and backs it up with smoke pits that have been firing for decades. Sitting in the heart of North Carolina's Piedmont Triad, this Davidson County seat puts you within easy reach of Winston-Salem and Greensboro, making it a practical base for commuters who want small-city living without the small-city boredom. Downtown draws people in with walkable streets lined by historic storefronts, specialty shops, and neighborhood cafes. High Rock Lake, just south of the city, is a favorite spot for boating, fishing, and spending a slow afternoon on the water. Each October, the Lexington Barbecue Festival draws over 100,000 visitors — a testament to just how seriously this town takes its craft.
Renters here will find a welcoming mix of options, from cozy single-story units and townhomes to well-appointed apartment communities that offer more space for the price than you'd find in larger nearby metros. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a connected home base, Lexington delivers solid value and a grounded sense of place.
Explore the City
Restaurants are always filled as the food scene is amazing in Lexington.
High Rock Lake is a popular destination for residents of Lexington.
Pig statues serve as a tribute to the city's culinary heritage in Lexington.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$33,966
Average: $45,325
Education
2,921
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
8,426
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lexington has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
54%
Non-Renters
46%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
9%
Other Education
91%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Lexington, NC is $1,095 for one bedroom, $1,183 for two bedrooms, and $1,617 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lexington has increased by 2.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,095/month
694 Sq Ft
House
$1,859/month
1,369 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Lexington, NC is 14.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Lexington is 37.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $1,617. You can expect to pay 4.8% less for groceries, 4.4% less for utilities, and 21.8% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lexington, NC is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
607 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
575 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
413 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
395 Students
Public
Grades K-5
375 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
706 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
684 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
561 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
647 Students
Public
Grades K-12
96 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
905 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
900 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
725 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
928 Students
Public
Grades K-12
96 Students
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- Piedmont Triad International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.