How much does it cost to rent in Boiling Springs, SC?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Boiling Springs, SC is $1,661. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Boiling Springs cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

Boiling Springs falls in the middle range for South Carolina, ranking #36 out of 67 cities at $1,661/mo.

When was Boiling Springs rent data last updated?

Boiling Springs 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

Boiling Springs

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Pop. 12,936·36th most expensive in South Carolina·Boiling Springs rents are up 5.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,661/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.1%

Month-over-Month

+3.1%

vs US Median

-$304

Rising (Monthly)

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Boiling Springs · $1,661

More affordable than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

50/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,661/mo

Expected by trend

$1,665/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,090

1 BR

$1,130

2 BR

$1,250

3 BR

$1,540

4 BR+

$1,680

Research median

$1,250/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

$19,932/yr

At $1,661/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.1% YoY, +3.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Boiling Springs, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

12,936

Median income

$72,068

Median age

33.3

Renters

25.7%

Age distribution

26.7%

27%

24.6%

Under 1826.7%

18–3427%

35–5424.6%

55–6410.4%

65+11.4%

Gender

45.6%

54.4%

Male45.6%

Female54.4%

Race & ethnicity

68%

17.5%

White68%

Black17.5%

Hispanic3.8%

Asian4.1%

Other6.6%

Education (25+)

31%

33.5%

26.5%

No HS diploma9%

HS diploma31%

Some college33.5%

Bachelor's+26.5%

Housing tenure

74.3%

25.7%

Owner74.3%

Renter25.7%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Boiling Springs, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,535 → $1,661

up 8.2%

Income

$63,184 → $72,068

up 14.1%

Population

10,591 → 12,936

up 22.1%

Renter share

21.1% → 25.7%

+4.6 pts

Bachelor's+

27.9% → 26.5%

-1.4 pts

Median age

35.3 → 33.3

-2.0 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Boiling Springs, SC has climbed from $1,535 to $1,661, a 8.2% change over five years. Median household income rose from $63,184 to $72,068 between 2021 and 2024, a 14.1% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 22.1% since 2021, moving from about 10,591 residents to roughly 12,936. Renters now make up 25.7% of households, compared with 21.1% five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in Boiling Springs, 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 Boiling Springs on your salary?

At $1,661/mo, how Boiling Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 33.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 29.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 16.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 12.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Boiling Springs rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Boiling Springs, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Boiling Springs is $1,661/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,090/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,250/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,130/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,540/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($72,068/yr), Boiling Springs ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Boiling Springs an affordable city for renters?

Boiling Springs is considered affordable for renters. At $1,661/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($72,068/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Boiling Springs falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Boiling Springs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,661/mo in Boiling Springs. The local median household income is $72,068/yr, meaning the typical Boiling Springs household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Boiling Springs?

Rent in Boiling Springs has increased 5.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Boiling Springs rent compare to other cities in South Carolina?

Boiling Springs is middle-of-the-pack for South Carolina for rent, ranking #36 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,661/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Boiling Springs?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Boiling Springs ($1,661/mo): Spartanburg ($1,375/mo), Moore ($1,652/mo).

What percentage of Boiling Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.7% of Boiling Springs households are renters, while 74.3% are owner-occupied. Boiling Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Boiling Springs rent compare to the national average?

Boiling Springs's median rent of $1,661/mo is $304 (15%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #36 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,661/mo, rent takes ~28% of Boiling Springs's median household income ($72,068/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Boiling Springs 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.2%

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