Moore County, North Carolina Housing Market
In Moore County, North Carolina, the median home value is $351,400, with a median monthly rent of $1,254. This places Moore County at #411 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #15 within North Carolina.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,093
- Establishments: 3,315
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,043
- Multi-family: 34
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 43,951 (avg $106,723)
- Outflow: 39,338 (avg $103,825)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 6 active ZIP codes in Moore County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28394 | 280.6 | — | 2025 |
| 2 | 27376 | 305.8 | +8.81% | 2025 |
| 3 | 28387 | 286.8 | -6.02% | 2025 |
| 4 | 28374 | 251.1 | +3.33% | 2025 |
| 5 | 28327 | 244.0 | -2.32% | 2025 |
| 6 | 27325 | 205.7 | +10.39% | 2023 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
This product uses FHFA Data but is neither endorsed nor certified by FHFA.
How Moore County Compares
| Metric | Moore County | North Carolina Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $351,400 | $235,312 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,254 | $976 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 76.4% | 71.8% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 23.4 | 19.8 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Moore County is 49.3% above the North Carolina state average and 54.3% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,254/month is 28.5% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 23.4, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Moore County has an owner-occupancy rate of 76.4%, compared to 71.8% in North Carolina and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson County | North Carolina | $351,400 | $1,187 |
| Indian River County | Florida | $351,500 | $1,357 |
| Okaloosa County | Florida | $351,200 | $1,612 |
| Chisago County | Minnesota | $351,900 | $1,186 |
| Jefferson County | West Virginia | $350,800 | $1,108 |
Other Counties in North Carolina
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson County | $351,400 | $1,187 | 75.0% |
| Brunswick County | $349,800 | $1,351 | 84.6% |
| Cabarrus County | $354,800 | $1,414 | 71.2% |
| Watauga County | $358,900 | $1,127 | 62.1% |
| Camden County | $337,100 | $1,232 | 82.1% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-13. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).