Apartments for rent in Ayden, NC

A small town in North Carolina, Ayden has a population of just under 5,000. Retirees are a frequent sight, as they make up 20% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young professionals are less well-represented. Most Ayden residents own their homes, and 45% of residents rent. With a relatively low average rent of $676 per month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in North Carolina. Over the course of a year, renters in Ayden will save around $3,100 compared to the state average.

Ayden has a large number of residents older than 25 who possess an Associate's degree (13%) compared to the national average (5%). Additionally, 5% have a Bachelor's degree and 3% possess a Master's degree or Doctorate. Many Ayden residents work in one of two industries: healthcare and entertainment. Together, these industries make up 14% of the labor force in the town. Ayden workers take home an average annual income of about $52,000, less than the North Carolina average. Ayden's average income also trails the national average ($73,345).

Averaging about 22 minutes, the commute time for Ayden residents is faster than the state average of about 25 minutes. Driving is the most common way to get to work, chosen by 33% of workers, while public transportation isn't used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.