How much does it cost to rent in Greenville, SC?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Greenville, SC is $1,561. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Greenville cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

Greenville falls in the middle range for South Carolina, ranking #43 out of 67 cities at $1,561/mo.

When was Greenville rent data last updated?

Greenville 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

Greenville

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Pop. 72,935·43rd most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Greenville, SC

Median rent (all units)

$1,561/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.7%

Month-over-Month

+2.4%

vs US Median

-$404

Rising (Monthly)

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Greenville · $1,561

More affordable than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

64/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,561/mo

Expected by trend

$1,678/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,181

1 BR

$1,227

2 BR

$1,361

3 BR

$1,667

4 BR+

$1,996

Research median

$1,361/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

$18,732/yr

At $1,561/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.7% YoY, +2.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Greenville, SC is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 55.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

72,935

Median income

$71,472

Median age

34.7

Renters

58.9%

Age distribution

17.2%

33.3%

23.8%

15.1%

Under 1817.2%

18–3433.3%

35–5423.8%

55–6410.6%

65+15.1%

Gender

48.1%

51.9%

Male48.1%

Female51.9%

Race & ethnicity

67.4%

19.4%

White67.4%

Black19.4%

Hispanic7.2%

Asian2.2%

Other3.7%

Education (25+)

17.5%

20%

55.5%

No HS diploma7%

HS diploma17.5%

Some college20%

Bachelor's+55.5%

Housing tenure

41.1%

58.9%

Owner41.1%

Renter58.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Greenville, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,211 → $1,561

up 28.9%

Income

$60,388 → $71,472

up 18.4%

Population

69,725 → 72,935

up 4.6%

Renter share

58.7% → 58.9%

+0.2 pts

Bachelor's+

52.5% → 55.5%

+3.0 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Greenville, SC has shifted from $1,211 to $1,561, up 28.9% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $71,472 today, compared with $60,388 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Greenville, SC adding about 3,210 residents over the five-year window, up 4.6% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 52.5% to 55.5% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Greenville on your salary?

At $1,561/mo, how Greenville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 22.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 31.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 27.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 15.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 37.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Greenville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Greenville, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Greenville is $1,561/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,181/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,361/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,227/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,667/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($71,472/yr), Greenville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Greenville an affordable city for renters?

Greenville is considered affordable for renters. At $1,561/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($71,472/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Greenville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Greenville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $62,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,561/mo in Greenville. The local median household income is $71,472/yr, meaning the typical Greenville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Greenville?

Rent in Greenville has decreased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Greenville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Greenville are 29615 ($1,332/mo), 29607 ($1,501/mo), and 29609 ($1,545/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Greenville is $1,561/mo.

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

Greenville is middle-of-the-pack for South Carolina for rent, ranking #43 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,561/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Greenville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Greenville ($1,561/mo): Taylors ($1,372/mo), Mauldin ($1,421/mo), Piedmont ($1,518/mo).

What percentage of Greenville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 58.9% of Greenville households are renters, while 41.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Greenville has a strong rental market.

How does Greenville rent compare to the national average?

Greenville's median rent of $1,561/mo is $404 (21%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #43 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,561/mo, rent takes ~26% of Greenville's median household income ($71,472/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Greenville 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.2%

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