Cost of Living in Garner, NC
Population: 32,543 • 2026 Data
$77,496
Median Household Income
+0% vs national
$1,452
Median Monthly Rent
+8% vs national
$320,300
Median Home Value
-6% vs national
6.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Garner
The median home value in Garner, NC is $320,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,452, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,457.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Garner, NC is $77,496. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8%, with a labor force of 17,978 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.