Studio Apartment Rent in Clemson, SC
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Clemson, South Carolina as of July 2026. That's +48% lower than the citywide median of $2,129 and +15% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Clemson
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Clemson
Compare Clemson's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in South Carolina
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gaffney | $740 |
| 2 | Camden | $750 |
| 3 | Newberry | $770 |
| 4 | Dalzell | $780 |
| 5 | North Augusta | $780 |
| 6 | Greenwood | $785 |
| 7 | Hartsville | $810 |
| 8 | Anderson | $815 |
| 9 | Seneca | $840 |
| 10 | Orangeburg | $855 |
| 11 | Sumter | $860 |
| 12 | Aiken | $885 |
| 13 | Graniteville | $890 |
| 14 | Lancaster | $910 |
| 15 | Florence | $913 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in South Carolina
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forest Acres | $3,501 |
| 2 | Mount Pleasant | $2,185 |
| 3 | Bluffton | $2,010 |
| 4 | Charleston | $1,844 |
| 5 | Hilton Head Island | $1,705 |
| 6 | Fort Mill | $1,620 |
| 7 | Ladson | $1,580 |
| 8 | Summerville | $1,517 |
| 9 | Beaufort | $1,517 |
| 10 | Goose Creek | $1,500 |
| 11 | Hanahan | $1,490 |
| 12 | Clover | $1,490 |
| 13 | Port Royal | $1,480 |
| 14 | Chapin | $1,470 |
| 15 | Simpsonville | $1,450 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Clemson.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Clemson |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central, SC | 4.1 mi | $930 | $-170 (-15%) |
| Pendleton, SC | 7 mi | $930 | $-170 (-15%) |
| Seneca, SC | 8.2 mi | $840 | $-260 (-24%) |
| Easley, SC | 19.9 mi | $965 | $-135 (-12%) |
| Piedmont, SC | 25.1 mi | $930 | $-170 (-15%) |
| Greenville, SC | 31.8 mi | $1,181 | +$81 (+7%) |
| Brevard, NC | 34.1 mi | $880 | $-220 (-20%) |
| Mauldin, SC | 36.2 mi | $1,320 | +$220 (+20%) |
| Travelers Rest, SC | 38 mi | $970 | $-130 (-12%) |
| Simpsonville, SC | 38.8 mi | $1,450 | +$350 (+32%) |
| Taylors, SC | 39.8 mi | $1,160 | +$60 (+5%) |
| Greer, SC | 42.5 mi | $1,205 | +$105 (+10%) |
Studio rent in Clemson — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Clemson?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Clemson, South Carolina is $1,100 per month. This is +48% below the citywide median of $2,129.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Clemson?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $44,000 ($3,667/month gross), which works out to roughly $21.15/hour at a full-time job.
Is Clemson expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Clemson's studio median of $1,100 is +15% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 35th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Clemson rank for studio rent in South Carolina?
Among the 67 cities in South Carolina with studio data, Clemson ranks #28 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Clemson?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Central ($930), Pendleton ($930), Seneca ($840).