How much does it cost to rent in Anderson, SC?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Anderson, SC is $1,264. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Anderson cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

Anderson is among the more affordable cities in South Carolina, ranking #63 out of 67 cities at $1,264/mo.

When was Anderson rent data last updated?

Anderson rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · SC

Anderson

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Pop. 30,051·63rd most expensive in South Carolina·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,264/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.3%

Month-over-Month

-5.0%

vs US Median

-$701

Falling (Monthly)

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Anderson · $1,264

More affordable than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

64/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Anderson's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,264/mo

Expected by trend

$1,363/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Anderson's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$815

1 BR

$818

2 BR

$985

3 BR

$1,243

4 BR+

$1,655

Research median

$985/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$15,168/yr

At $1,264/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.3% YoY, -5.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Anderson, SC is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

30,051

Median income

$46,933

Median age

32.7

Renters

48.9%

Age distribution

21.5%

31%

19.2%

17.1%

Under 1821.5%

18–3431%

35–5419.2%

55–6411.2%

65+17.1%

Gender

45.8%

54.2%

Male45.8%

Female54.2%

Race & ethnicity

61.3%

27.1%

White61.3%

Black27.1%

Hispanic5.1%

Asian2.2%

Other4.4%

Education (25+)

27.5%

32.5%

28.3%

No HS diploma11.7%

HS diploma27.5%

Some college32.5%

Bachelor's+28.3%

Housing tenure

51.1%

48.9%

Owner51.1%

Renter48.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Anderson, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,114 → $1,264

up 13.5%

Income

$37,439 → $46,933

up 25.4%

Population

28,796 → 30,051

up 4.4%

Renter share

51.3% → 48.9%

-2.4 pts

Bachelor's+

24% → 28.3%

+4.3 pts

Median age

34.1 → 32.7

-1.4 yrs

Compared with 2022, rent in Anderson, SC has climbed by $150 per month, settling near $1,264 after starting the period at $1,114. Median household income grew from $37,439 to $46,933 between 2021 and 2024, a 25.4% shift. Income growth outran rent by about 11.9 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 28,796 to 30,051 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.4% change. About 48.9% of households rent today, against 51.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 24% to 28.3%. Taken together, the five-year picture in Anderson, SC reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Anderson on your salary?

At $1,264/mo, how Anderson rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 18.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 25.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 22.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 12.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 9.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

By apartment size

Anderson rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Anderson. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Anderson, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Anderson is $1,264/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $815/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $985/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $818/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,243/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($46,933/yr), Anderson ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Anderson an affordable city for renters?

Anderson is considered moderate for renters. At $1,264/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($46,933/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Anderson slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Anderson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $51,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,264/mo in Anderson. The local median household income is $46,933/yr, meaning the typical Anderson household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Anderson?

Rent in Anderson has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Anderson neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Anderson are 29625 ($1,183/mo), 29626 ($1,200/mo), and 29624 ($1,223/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Anderson is $1,264/mo.

How does Anderson rent compare to other cities in South Carolina?

Anderson is one of the more affordable cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #63 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,264/mo.

What percentage of Anderson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.9% of Anderson households are renters, while 51.1% are owner-occupied. Anderson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Anderson rent compare to the national average?

Anderson's median rent of $1,264/mo is $701 (36%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #63 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,264/mo, rent takes ~32% of Anderson's median household income ($46,933/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Anderson 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.2%

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