How much does it cost to rent in Goose Creek, SC?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Goose Creek, SC is $1,890. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Goose Creek cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

Goose Creek is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina, ranking #15 out of 67 cities tracked at $1,890/mo.

When was Goose Creek rent data last updated?

Goose Creek 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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Goose Creek

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Pop. 48,078·15th most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Goose Creek, SC

Median rent (all units)

$1,890/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.7%

Month-over-Month

+2.3%

vs US Median

-$75

Rising (Monthly)

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Goose Creek · $1,890

More expensive than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,890/mo

Expected by trend

$1,908/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,500

1 BR

$1,550

2 BR

$1,720

3 BR

$2,130

4 BR+

$2,510

Research median

$1,720/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

$22,680/yr

At $1,890/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 2.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.7% YoY, +2.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Goose Creek, SC is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

48,078

Median income

$88,178

Median age

Renters

31.8%

Age distribution

20.7%

30.4%

24.9%

12.2%

Under 1820.7%

18–3430.4%

35–5424.9%

55–6411.8%

65+12.2%

Gender

50.1%

49.9%

Male50.1%

Female49.9%

Race & ethnicity

59%

23.4%

White59%

Black23.4%

Hispanic10.7%

Asian3.4%

Other3.5%

Education (25+)

27.7%

36%

29.7%

No HS diploma6.6%

HS diploma27.7%

Some college36%

Bachelor's+29.7%

Housing tenure

68.2%

31.8%

Owner68.2%

Renter31.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Goose Creek, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,306 → $1,890

up 44.7%

Income

$78,756 → $88,178

up 12.0%

Population

44,502 → 48,078

up 8.0%

Renter share

28.9% → 31.8%

+2.9 pts

Bachelor's+

27.2% → 29.7%

+2.5 pts

Median age

31.9 → 34

+2.1 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Goose Creek, SC has shifted from $1,306 to $1,890, up 44.7% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $78,756 in 2021 to $88,178 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Goose Creek, SC adding about 3,576 residents over the five-year window, up 8.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 28.9% to 31.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 27.2% to 29.7% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Goose Creek, SC market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Goose Creek on your salary?

At $1,890/mo, how Goose Creek rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 27.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 38.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 18.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 14.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 41% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 45.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Goose Creek rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Goose Creek, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Goose Creek is $1,890/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,500/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,720/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,550/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,130/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($88,178/yr), Goose Creek ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Goose Creek an affordable city for renters?

Goose Creek is considered affordable for renters. At $1,890/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($88,178/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Goose Creek falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Goose Creek?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,890/mo in Goose Creek. The local median household income is $88,178/yr, meaning the typical Goose Creek household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Goose Creek?

Rent in Goose Creek has increased 2.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Goose Creek rent compare to other cities in South Carolina?

Goose Creek is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #15 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,890/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Goose Creek?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Goose Creek ($1,890/mo): Ladson ($1,697/mo), North Charleston ($1,738/mo), Hanahan ($1,781/mo).

What percentage of Goose Creek residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.8% of Goose Creek households are renters, while 68.2% are owner-occupied. Goose Creek leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Goose Creek rent compare to the national average?

Goose Creek's median rent of $1,890/mo is $75 (4%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #15 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,890/mo, rent takes ~26% of Goose Creek's median household income ($88,178/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Goose Creek 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.2%

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