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Hardeeville

Pop. 10,871·48th most expensive in South Carolina·Hardeeville rents have dropped 23.6%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,499/mo
Year-over-Year
-23.6%
Month-over-Month
-2.3%
vs US Median
-$466
Falling (Monthly)
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Hardeeville · $1,499
More affordable than 76% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
23% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,499/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$60,000/yr
Local median income
$78,365/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hardeeville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,170
1 BR
$1,220
2 BR
$1,350
3 BR
$1,890
4 BR+
$2,050
Research median
$1,350/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$17,988/yr
At $1,499/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 23.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-23.6% YoY, -2.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hardeeville, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 42.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,871
Median income
$78,365
Median age
61.4
Renters
23.2%
Age distribution
16.4%
12.1%
22%
39.7%
Under 189.7%
18–3416.4%
35–5412.1%
55–6422%
65+39.7%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
67.4%
14.4%
18.8%
White67.4%
Black14.4%
Hispanic18.8%
Asian0.8%
Education (25+)
24.8%
27.1%
42.6%
No HS diploma5.5%
HS diploma24.8%
Some college27.1%
Bachelor's+42.6%
Housing tenure
76.8%
23.2%
Owner76.8%
Renter23.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hardeeville, SC has changed in 5 years

Income
$66,672 → $78,365
up 17.5%
Population
7,228 → 10,871
up 50.4%
Renter share
25.2% → 23.2%
-2.0 pts
Bachelor's+
43% → 42.6%
-0.4 pts
Median age
59.9 → 61.4
+1.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $66,672 in 2021 to $78,365 more recently. Census counts show Hardeeville, SC adding about 3,643 residents over the five-year window, up 50.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 25.2% to 23.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Hardeeville rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Hardeeville, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hardeeville is $1,499/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,350/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,220/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,890/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($78,365/yr), Hardeeville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 23.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hardeeville an affordable city for renters?

Hardeeville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,499/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($78,365/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hardeeville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hardeeville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,499/mo in Hardeeville. The local median household income is $78,365/yr, meaning the typical Hardeeville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hardeeville?

Rent in Hardeeville has decreased 23.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Hardeeville is one of the more affordable cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #48 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,499/mo.

What percentage of Hardeeville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.2% of Hardeeville households are renters, while 76.8% are owner-occupied. Hardeeville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hardeeville rent compare to the national average?

Hardeeville's median rent of $1,499/mo is $466 (24%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #48 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,499/mo, rent takes ~23% of Hardeeville's median household income ($78,365/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hardeeville 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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