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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Greer, SC is $1,702. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Greer cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

Greer falls in the middle range for South Carolina, ranking #32 out of 67 cities at $1,702/mo.

When was Greer rent data last updated?

Greer 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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Greer

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Pop. 41,536·32nd most expensive in South Carolina·Greer rents are up 9.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,702/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.6%

Month-over-Month

+3.0%

vs US Median

-$263

Rising (Monthly)

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Greer · $1,702

More affordable than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

50/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,702/mo

Expected by trend

$1,699/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,205

1 BR

$1,255

2 BR

$1,385

3 BR

$1,700

4 BR+

$2,000

Research median

$1,385/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

$20,424/yr

At $1,702/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.6% YoY, +3.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Greer, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

41,536

Median income

$82,626

Median age

Renters

27.3%

Age distribution

26.6%

22%

28.5%

13.1%

Under 1826.6%

18–3422%

35–5428.5%

55–649.7%

65+13.1%

Gender

47.5%

52.5%

Male47.5%

Female52.5%

Race & ethnicity

61%

17.4%

16.1%

White61%

Black17.4%

Hispanic16.1%

Asian5.2%

Education (25+)

23.1%

26.5%

41.4%

No HS diploma9%

HS diploma23.1%

Some college26.5%

Bachelor's+41.4%

Housing tenure

72.7%

27.3%

Owner72.7%

Renter27.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Greer, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,238 → $1,702

up 37.5%

Income

$67,536 → $82,626

up 22.3%

Population

35,151 → 41,536

up 18.2%

Renter share

31.3% → 27.3%

-4.0 pts

Bachelor's+

37.2% → 41.4%

+4.2 pts

Median age

35.3 → 36

+0.7 yrs

The median rent in Greer, SC stood at $1,238 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,702, reflecting a 37.5% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $67,536 to $82,626 across the same window, up 22.3% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 18.2% since 2021, moving from about 35,151 residents to roughly 41,536. Renters now make up 27.3% of households, compared with 31.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 41.4% of adults here, versus 37.2% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Greer, SC look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Greer on your salary?

At $1,702/mo, how Greer rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 30% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 40.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Greer rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Greer, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Greer is $1,702/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,205/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,385/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,255/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,700/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($82,626/yr), Greer ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Greer an affordable city for renters?

Greer is considered affordable for renters. At $1,702/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($82,626/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Greer falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Greer?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,702/mo in Greer. The local median household income is $82,626/yr, meaning the typical Greer household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Greer?

Rent in Greer has increased 9.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Greer neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Greer are 29651 ($1,668/mo), and 29650 ($1,729/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Greer is $1,702/mo.

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

Greer is middle-of-the-pack for South Carolina for rent, ranking #32 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,702/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Greer?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Greer ($1,702/mo): Taylors ($1,372/mo), Greenville ($1,561/mo).

What percentage of Greer residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.3% of Greer households are renters, while 72.7% are owner-occupied. Greer leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Greer rent compare to the national average?

Greer's median rent of $1,702/mo is $263 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #32 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,702/mo, rent takes ~25% of Greer's median household income ($82,626/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3–6.2%

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