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Hopkins

Pop. 1,985·34th most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Hopkins, SC
Median rent (all units)
$1,687/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-7.0%
vs US Median
-$278
Falling (Monthly)
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Hopkins · $1,687
More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
40% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,687/mo, rent takes about 40% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$67,000/yr
Local median income
$50,063/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hopkins's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,230
1 BR
$1,350
2 BR
$1,500
3 BR
$1,910
4 BR+
$2,300
Research median
$1,500/mo

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

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$20,244/yr
At $1,687/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, -7.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hopkins, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
1,985
Median income
$50,063
Median age
49
Renters
13.9%
Age distribution
18.3%
25.6%
22.7%
21.5%
Under 1812%
18–3418.3%
35–5425.6%
55–6422.7%
65+21.5%
Gender
46.5%
53.5%
Male46.5%
Female53.5%
Race & ethnicity
20%
79.1%
White20%
Black79.1%
Hispanic0.9%
Education (25+)
38.1%
35.3%
15.8%
No HS diploma10.9%
HS diploma38.1%
Some college35.3%
Bachelor's+15.8%
Housing tenure
86.1%
13.9%
Owner86.1%
Renter13.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hopkins, SC has changed in 5 years

Income
$52,396 → $50,063
down 4.5%
Population
1,757 → 1,985
up 13.0%
Renter share
23% → 13.9%
-9.1 pts
Bachelor's+
11.5% → 15.8%
+4.3 pts
Median age
53.2 → 49
-4.2 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $52,396 in 2021 to $50,063 more recently. Census counts show Hopkins, SC adding about 228 residents over the five-year window, up 13.0% on net. The renter share has eased from 23% to 13.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 11.5% to 15.8% across the same window.

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Hopkins rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Hopkins, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hopkins is $1,687/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,230/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,500/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,350/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,910/mo.

At 40% of local median household income ($50,063/yr), Hopkins ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hopkins an affordable city for renters?

Hopkins is considered moderate for renters. At $1,687/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the local median household income ($50,063/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hopkins slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hopkins?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,687/mo in Hopkins. The local median household income is $50,063/yr, meaning the typical Hopkins household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hopkins?

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

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

Hopkins is middle-of-the-pack for South Carolina for rent, ranking #34 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,687/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hopkins?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hopkins ($1,687/mo): Forest Acres ($1,193/mo), Columbia ($1,478/mo), Cayce ($1,633/mo).

What percentage of Hopkins residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 13.9% of Hopkins households are renters, while 86.1% are owner-occupied. Hopkins leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hopkins rent compare to the national average?

Hopkins's median rent of $1,687/mo is $278 (14%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #34 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
40%
MODERATE

At $1,687/mo, rent takes ~40% of Hopkins's median household income ($50,063/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3–6.2%
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