How much does it cost to rent in Fountain Inn, SC?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fountain Inn, SC is $1,958. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fountain Inn cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

Fountain Inn is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina, ranking #13 out of 67 cities tracked at $1,958/mo.

When was Fountain Inn rent data last updated?

Fountain Inn 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

Fountain Inn

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Pop. 12,020·13th most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Fountain Inn, SC

Median rent (all units)

$1,958/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.1%

Month-over-Month

+0.2%

vs US Median

-$7

Stable (Monthly)

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Fountain Inn · $1,958

More expensive than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

65/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,958/mo

Expected by trend

$2,115/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$960

1 BR

$980

2 BR

$1,150

3 BR

$1,410

4 BR+

$1,660

Research median

$1,150/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

$23,496/yr

At $1,958/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.1% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fountain Inn, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

12,020

Median income

$73,585

Median age

35.2

Renters

24.9%

Age distribution

27.6%

21.8%

27%

12.2%

Under 1827.6%

18–3421.8%

35–5427%

55–6412.2%

65+11.4%

Gender

46.5%

53.5%

Male46.5%

Female53.5%

Race & ethnicity

63.4%

25.8%

White63.4%

Black25.8%

Hispanic8.3%

Other2.4%

Education (25+)

28.1%

29.8%

33.5%

No HS diploma8.6%

HS diploma28.1%

Some college29.8%

Bachelor's+33.5%

Housing tenure

75.1%

24.9%

Owner75.1%

Renter24.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fountain Inn, SC has changed in 5 years

Income

$72,558 → $73,585

up 1.4%

Population

10,237 → 12,020

up 17.4%

Renter share

28.6% → 24.9%

-3.7 pts

Bachelor's+

28.1% → 33.5%

+5.4 pts

Median age

32.6 → 35.2

+2.6 yrs

Median household income climbed from $72,558 to $73,585 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.4% shift. Census counts show Fountain Inn, SC adding about 1,783 residents over the five-year window, up 17.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 28.6% to 24.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 28.1% to 33.5% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fountain Inn on your salary?

At $1,958/mo, how Fountain Inn rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 39.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 42.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 47.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fountain Inn rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Fountain Inn, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fountain Inn is $1,958/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $960/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,150/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,410/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($73,585/yr), Fountain Inn ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fountain Inn an affordable city for renters?

Fountain Inn is considered moderate for renters. At $1,958/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($73,585/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fountain Inn slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Fountain Inn?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,958/mo in Fountain Inn. The local median household income is $73,585/yr, meaning the typical Fountain Inn household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fountain Inn?

Rent in Fountain Inn has decreased 2.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Fountain Inn rent compare to other cities in South Carolina?

Fountain Inn is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #13 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,958/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fountain Inn?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fountain Inn ($1,958/mo): Mauldin ($1,421/mo), Greenville ($1,561/mo), Moore ($1,652/mo).

What percentage of Fountain Inn residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.9% of Fountain Inn households are renters, while 75.1% are owner-occupied. Fountain Inn leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fountain Inn rent compare to the national average?

Fountain Inn's median rent of $1,958/mo is $7 (0%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #13 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,958/mo, rent takes ~32% of Fountain Inn's median household income ($73,585/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fountain Inn 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.2%

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