Cost of Living in Apex, NC
Population: 67,765 • 2026 Data
$138,442
Median Household Income
+79% vs national
$1,784
Median Monthly Rent
+32% vs national
$514,800
Median Home Value
+52% vs national
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Apex
The median home value in Apex, NC is $514,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,784, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,900.
Rent-to-income ratio: 15.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Apex, NC is $138,442. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8%, with a labor force of 36,876 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.