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Rental Market Trends in Rocky Mount, NC

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Rocky Mount, NC is $977/month.

Rent in Rocky Mount is 41% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$977/month

Average Rent

700 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.2%

Change / Year

233

Available Apartments

Rocky Mount rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Rocky Mount average $993 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Rocky Mount average $977 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Rocky Mount average $1,096 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Rocky Mount average $1,258 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$993/month
219 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$977/month
700 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,096/month
944 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,258/month
1,234 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$818/month
393 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,021/month
557 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,454/month
988 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,141/month
2,062 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$761/month
536 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Rocky Mount, NC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.2%, which averages out to $12 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Rocky Mount, NC

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Rocky Mount, NC
Percentage*
Rent Range
15% Below $700/month
36% $700 - $1,000/month
48% $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 Rocky Mount, NC?

Because the average rent in Rocky Mount is $977, you’ll want to make about $3,256 per month or $39,072 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

Rocky Mount, NC

233 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Rocky Mount, 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

Apartment Communities in Rocky Mount We Think You'll Love

Park Village Apartments

Park Village Apartments

810 Dale Dr,
Rocky Mount, NC 27803

2 Beds | $995

The Inn and Suite Apartments

The Inn and Suite Apartments

1340 N Wesleyan Blvd,
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

1 Bed | $1,050

Bridgewood Apartments

Bridgewood Apartments

2581 Bridgewood Rd,
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

2-3 Beds | $1,200 - $1,400

Woods at Benvenue

Woods at Benvenue

103 Jasmine Dr,
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Studio - 2 Beds | $895 - $1,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Rocky Mount?

The average rent in Rocky Mount is $977 per month, which is 41.3% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Rocky Mount?

The average rent for a house in Rocky Mount, NC is $1,454 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Rocky Mount?

The average rent for a townhome in Rocky Mount, NC is $761 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Rocky Mount?

Rents in Rocky Mount, NC are increasing, with prices up 1.2% year-over-year and $12 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Rocky Mount?

In Rocky Mount, NC, 48% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States North Carolina Rocky Mount 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 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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