Average Rent in Winston, NC↑ Rents rising 4.8% YoY

Winston, NC has rental prices ranging from $945/month to $1,794/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $992/month — 29% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $64,282/year, spending $992/month on a 1-bedroom represents 19% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Winston Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,163/month, Winston ranks #25 most expensive of the 87 cities tracked in North Carolina — pricier than 80% of all US cities in our data.

The Winston Rental Market

The Winston, NC area has a population of about 683,637 and 32% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Winston, NC have risen by $53/month (4.8%) over the past year, from $1,110 to $1,163. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Winston, NC without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $39,680. The local median household income of $64,282 exceeds that threshold by $24,602, making Winston relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Is Winston, NC Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Winston?

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Living in Winston

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