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Rental Market Trends in Benson, NC

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Benson, NC is $469/month.

Rent in Benson is 72% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$469/month

Average Rent

783 Sq Ft

Average Size

+4%

Change / Year

16

Available Apartments

Benson rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Benson average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Benson average $469 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Benson average $529 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Benson average $565 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$469/month
783 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$529/month
1,000 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$565/month
1,126 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Benson, NC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 4%, which averages out to $19 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Benson, NC

September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Benson, NC
Percentage*
Rent Range
100% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Benson, NC?

Because the average rent in Benson is $469, you’ll want to make about $1,563 per month or $18,756 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Benson, NC

16 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Benson, NC compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Benson, NC to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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    Smithfield

    Avg Rent: $673/month

Apartment Communities in Benson We Think You'll Love

112 Mary Michael Ln

112 Mary Michael Ln

112 Mary Michael Ln,
Benson, NC 27504

3 Beds | $1,575

113 Shallow Fls Ln

113 Shallow Fls Ln

113 Shallow Fls Ln,
Benson, NC 27504

3 Beds | $2,585

516 S Ryals St

516 S Ryals St

516 S Ryals St,
Benson, NC 27504

3 Beds | $1,850

504 S Ryals St

504 S Ryals St

504 S Ryals St,
Benson, NC 27504

3 Beds | $1,800

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Benson?

The average rent in Benson is $469 per month, which is 71.8% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Benson?

Rents in Benson, NC are increasing, with prices up 4.0% year-over-year and $19 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Benson?

In Benson, NC, 100% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States North Carolina Benson Rental Trends

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 September 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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