Storage unit cost in North Carolina
Storage unit prices in North Carolina average $90/month for a 10x10 unit based on 527 verified facilities across 43 North Carolina cities in the StorageAtlas index.
North Carolina price by unit size
| Size | Avg / mo |
|---|---|
| 5×5 | $45 |
| 5×10 | $56 |
| 10×10 | $90 |
| 10×15 | $132 |
| 10×20 | $146 |
| 10×30 | $205 |
North Carolina storage prices by city
- Charlottefrom $15/mo
- Winston-Salemfrom $15/mo
- Concordfrom $15/mo
| City | Starting / mo |
|---|---|
| Charlotte | $15 |
| Winston-Salem | $15 |
| Concord | $15 |
| Chapel Hill | $15 |
| Raleigh | $16 |
| Durham | $16 |
| High Point | $16 |
| Cary | $16 |
| Rural Hall | $17 |
| Fayetteville | $18 |
| Wilmington | $20 |
| Greensboro | $21 |
| Apex | $21 |
| Clemmons | $22.2 |
| Castle Hayne | $27 |
| Thomasville | $29 |
| Kannapolis | $29 |
| Hope Mills | $29 |
| Walkertown | $30 |
| Morrisville | $31 |
| Leland | $33 |
| Pineville | $34.66 |
| Archdale | $40 |
| Trinity | $40 |
| Cameron | $46.25 |
| Spring Lake | $50 |
| Stokesdale | $50 |
| Fuquay-Varina | $50 |
| Aberdeen | $50 |
| Kernersville | $53.4 |
| Garner | $55 |
| Stanley | $55 |
| Sneads Ferry | $55 |
| Wake Forest | $59 |
| Supply | $65 |
| Mint Hill | $70 |
| Bolivia | $70 |
| Troutman | $80 |
| Gastonia | $85 |
| Advance | $105 |
| Pittsboro | $120 |
| Murphy | $150 |
| Colfax | $795 |
What affects storage unit cost in North Carolina
Unit size. The largest lever: a 5x5 locker costs a fraction of a 10x20 that holds a multi-bedroom home. Match the size to what you actually store rather than rounding up.
Climate control. Heated and humidity-controlled units carry a premium over standard drive-up units, and matter more in North Carolina for anything sensitive to temperature swings.
Location and demand. Facilities in dense, high-demand parts of North Carolina charge more than those on the outskirts. Driving a few extra minutes often lowers the rate.
Access and term. 24-hour access, ground-floor drive-up, and month-to-month flexibility can each add to the price; longer commitments and upper floors usually cost less.
Top-rated storage facilities in North Carolina
Public Storage
Charlotte, NC · 4.9★ (1678)
Public Storage
Raleigh, NC · 4.9★ (1398)
Public Storage
Concord, NC · 4.9★ (1166)
Public Storage
Charlotte, NC · 4.9★ (905)
Devon Self Storage Greensboro, North Carolina
Greensboro, NC · 4.8★ (854)
Right Fit Storage
Greensboro, NC · 4.9★ (852)
Pinnacle Storage
Leland, NC · 5.0★ (829)
Public Storage
Charlotte, NC · 4.8★ (751)
SmartStop Self Storage
Raleigh, NC · 4.8★ (743)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a storage unit cost in North Carolina?+
In North Carolina, a 10x10 storage unit averages $90/month, a 5x10 averages $56/month, and a 10x20 averages $146/month. Prices are based on real units indexed across 527 facilities.
Which North Carolina city has the cheapest storage?+
Among indexed North Carolina cities, Charlotte has the lowest observed starting rate at $15/month. Winston-Salem and Concord also rank among the most affordable.
Which North Carolina city has the most expensive storage?+
Colfax has the highest observed starting rate in North Carolina at $795/month, typically driven by higher demand and land cost.