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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Blythewood, SC is $1,816. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Blythewood cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

Blythewood is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina, ranking #20 out of 67 cities tracked at $1,816/mo.

When was Blythewood rent data last updated?

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

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Blythewood

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Pop. 5,731·20th most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Blythewood, SC

Median rent (all units)

$1,816/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.9%

Month-over-Month

+2.5%

vs US Median

-$149

Rising (Monthly)

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Blythewood · $1,816

More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

50/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Blythewood's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,816/mo

Expected by trend

$1,812/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,160

1 BR

$1,280

2 BR

$1,420

3 BR

$1,810

4 BR+

$2,180

Research median

$1,420/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

$21,792/yr

At $1,816/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 1.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.9% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Blythewood, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 46.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,731

Median income

$94,167

Median age

46.1

Renters

18.2%

Age distribution

22.3%

15.5%

26.4%

18.7%

17.2%

Under 1822.3%

18–3415.5%

35–5426.4%

55–6418.7%

65+17.2%

Gender

41.7%

58.3%

Male41.7%

Female58.3%

Race & ethnicity

46.6%

41%

White46.6%

Black41%

Hispanic3.2%

Asian5.1%

Other4%

Education (25+)

14%

36.9%

46.2%

No HS diploma3%

HS diploma14%

Some college36.9%

Bachelor's+46.2%

Housing tenure

81.8%

18.2%

Owner81.8%

Renter18.2%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Blythewood, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,611 → $1,816

up 12.7%

Income

$102,298 → $94,167

down 7.9%

Population

4,543 → 5,731

up 26.2%

Renter share

16.1% → 18.2%

+2.1 pts

Bachelor's+

47.7% → 46.2%

-1.5 pts

Median age

43.4 → 46.1

+2.7 yrs

The median rent in Blythewood, SC stood at $1,611 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,816, reflecting a 12.7% increase over the period. Median household income slipped from $102,298 to $94,167 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.9% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 26.2% since 2021, moving from about 4,543 residents to roughly 5,731. Renters now make up 18.2% of households, compared with 16.1% five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in Blythewood, 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 Blythewood on your salary?

At $1,816/mo, how Blythewood rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 26.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 17.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 39.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 43.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 35.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Blythewood rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Blythewood, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Blythewood is $1,816/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,160/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,420/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,280/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,810/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($94,167/yr), Blythewood ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Blythewood an affordable city for renters?

Blythewood is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,816/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($94,167/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Blythewood falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Blythewood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,816/mo in Blythewood. The local median household income is $94,167/yr, meaning the typical Blythewood household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Blythewood?

Rent in Blythewood has increased 1.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Blythewood is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #20 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,816/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Blythewood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Blythewood ($1,816/mo): Forest Acres ($1,193/mo), Columbia ($1,478/mo), West Columbia ($1,703/mo).

What percentage of Blythewood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.2% of Blythewood households are renters, while 81.8% are owner-occupied. Blythewood leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Blythewood rent compare to the national average?

Blythewood's median rent of $1,816/mo is $149 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #20 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,816/mo, rent takes ~23% of Blythewood's median household income ($94,167/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Blythewood 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.2%

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