salaryRent is lower than in 56% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Commutes are short, about 19.1 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $61,200 a year. That is $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other North Carolina cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of North Carolina. It is number 89 of 164 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
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How much do households earn in Fayetteville?
Share of households by yearly income. 15.8% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fayetteville
| Size | Fayetteville | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,164 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,076 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,235 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,480 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,794 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fayetteville overall?
Everyday prices in the Fayetteville metro area are 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.0, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Fayetteville
Life in Fayetteville
What jobs pay in Fayetteville
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $140,220 | 13.1% |
| Physician Assistant | $134,300 | 13.7% |
| Software Developer | $122,900 | 14.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $121,410 | 15.1% |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | 17.0% |
| Operations Manager | $96,970 | 18.9% |
| Civil Engineer | $96,080 | 19.1% |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,330 | 19.7% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $88,690 | 20.7% |
| Registered Nurse | $83,060 | 22.1% |
| Accountant | $78,560 | 23.4% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,670 | 28.4% |
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | 31.8% |
| Electrician | $57,690 | 31.8% |
| HVAC Technician | $56,220 | 32.7% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $54,350 | 33.8% |
| Plumber | $51,740 | 35.5% |
| Truck Driver | $49,980 | 36.7% |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | 38.1% |
| Carpenter | $46,800 | 39.2% |
| Medical Assistant | $39,870 | 46.0% |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,530 | 48.9% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,500 | 49.0% |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | 49.9% |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | 52.3% |
| Restaurant Cook | $32,720 | 56.1% |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,440 | 60.3% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,520 | 62.2% |
| Cashier | $27,390 | 67.0% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Fayetteville?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $226 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $188,000 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $18,800 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fayetteville, NC?
Renting in Fayetteville costs a median of about $1,530 a month in 2026, including utilities. The North Carolina median is $1,496.
How much do I need to make to live in Fayetteville?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $61,200 a year, or $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fayetteville cheap or expensive?
Fayetteville is rated OK: rent takes 29.1% of the typical household income of $62,992. It ranks 89th cheapest of 164 North Carolina cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Fayetteville?
The median homeowner in Fayetteville pays $1,915 a year in property taxes, about 1.02% of the median home value.
Is Fayetteville more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 8% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Fayetteville?
The median home value in Fayetteville is $188,000, about 3.0 times the typical yearly household income.
210,815 people live in Fayetteville. Numbers are typical (middle) values.