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Graniteville

Pop. 2,056·10th most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Graniteville, SC
Median rent (all units)
$1,986/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-4.2%
vs US Median
+$24
Falling (Monthly)
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Graniteville · $1,986
More expensive than 58% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
61% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,986/mo, rent takes about 61% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$79,000/yr
Local median income
$38,938/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Graniteville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$890
1 BR
$1,070
2 BR
$1,210
3 BR
$1,590
4 BR+
$1,950
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,210/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,986 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$23,832/yr
At $1,986/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -4.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Graniteville, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 10% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
2,056
Median income
$38,938
Median age
32.3
Renters
35.7%
Age distribution
36.1%
20.8%
15%
18%
Under 1836.1%
18–3420.8%
35–5410.1%
55–6415%
65+18%
Gender
41.1%
58.9%
Male41.1%
Female58.9%
Race & ethnicity
47%
26.8%
22.9%
White47%
Black26.8%
Hispanic22.9%
Other3.2%
Education (25+)
32%
36.6%
21.4%
No HS diploma32%
HS diploma36.6%
Some college21.4%
Bachelor's+10%
Housing tenure
64.3%
35.7%
Owner64.3%
Renter35.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Graniteville, SC has changed in 5 years

Income
$37,353 → $38,938
up 4.2%
Population
2,625 → 2,056
down 21.7%
Renter share
42.4% → 35.7%
-6.7 pts
Bachelor's+
11% → 10%
-1.0 pts
Median age
30.3 → 32.3
+2.0 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $38,938 today, compared with $37,353 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 2,625 to 2,056 between 2021 and 2024, a 21.7% change. About 35.7% of households rent today, against 42.4% in 2021.

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Graniteville rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Graniteville, SC

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Graniteville is $1,986/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $890/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,210/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,070/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,590/mo.

At 61% of local median household income ($38,938/yr), Graniteville ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Graniteville an affordable city for renters?

Graniteville is considered expensive for renters. At $1,986/mo, rent takes approximately 61% of the local median household income ($38,938/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Graniteville significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Graniteville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,986/mo in Graniteville. The local median household income is $38,938/yr, meaning the typical Graniteville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Graniteville?

Rent in Graniteville has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

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

Graniteville is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #10 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,986/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Graniteville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Graniteville ($1,986/mo): Augusta ($1,378/mo), Aiken ($1,414/mo), North Augusta ($1,637/mo).

What percentage of Graniteville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.7% of Graniteville households are renters, while 64.3% are owner-occupied. Graniteville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Graniteville rent compare to the national average?

Graniteville's median rent of $1,986/mo is $24 (1%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #10 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
61%
EXPENSIVE

At $1,986/mo, rent takes ~61% of Graniteville's median household income ($38,938/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Graniteville 61%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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