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Clover

Pop. 7,234·10th most expensive in South Carolina·Clover rents are up 7.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,041/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.9%
Month-over-Month
-1.6%
vs US Median
+$76
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Clover · $2,041
More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,041/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$82,000/yr
Local median income
$85,450/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Clover's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,490
1 BR
$1,540
2 BR
$1,710
3 BR
$2,110
4 BR+
$2,670
Research median
$1,710/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
$24,492/yr
At $2,041/mo median
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Rents are climbing (7.9% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.9% YoY, -1.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Clover, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,234
Median income
$85,450
Median age
37.6
Renters
19.9%
Age distribution
31.5%
13.9%
36%
Under 1831.5%
18–3413.9%
35–5436%
55–649.5%
65+9.2%
Gender
47.7%
52.3%
Male47.7%
Female52.3%
Race & ethnicity
62.8%
24.1%
White62.8%
Black24.1%
Hispanic11.8%
Asian1.4%
Education (25+)
19.5%
40.5%
29.2%
No HS diploma10.7%
HS diploma19.5%
Some college40.5%
Bachelor's+29.2%
Housing tenure
80.1%
19.9%
Owner80.1%
Renter19.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Clover, SC has changed in 5 years

Income
$55,893 → $85,450
up 52.9%
Population
6,566 → 7,234
up 10.2%
Renter share
33.3% → 19.9%
-13.4 pts
Bachelor's+
22.5% → 29.2%
+6.7 pts
Median age
35.2 → 37.6
+2.4 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $55,893 in 2021 to $85,450 more recently. Census counts show Clover, SC adding about 668 residents over the five-year window, up 10.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 33.3% to 19.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 22.5% to 29.2% across the same window.

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Clover rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Clover, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Clover is $2,041/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,490/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,710/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,540/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,110/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($85,450/yr), Clover ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Clover an affordable city for renters?

Clover is considered affordable for renters. At $2,041/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($85,450/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Clover falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Clover?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,041/mo in Clover. The local median household income is $85,450/yr, meaning the typical Clover household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Clover?

Rent in Clover has increased 7.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Clover is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #10 out of 67 tracked cities at $2,041/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Clover?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Clover ($2,041/mo): Bessemer City ($1,375/mo), Gastonia ($1,524/mo), Kings Mountain ($1,793/mo).

What percentage of Clover residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.9% of Clover households are renters, while 80.1% are owner-occupied. Clover leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Clover rent compare to the national average?

Clover's median rent of $2,041/mo is $76 (4%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #10 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,041/mo, rent takes ~29% of Clover's median household income ($85,450/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Clover 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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