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Irmo

Pop. 11,813·19th most expensive in South Carolina·Irmo rents are up 5.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,852/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.2%
Month-over-Month
+1.6%
vs US Median
-$113
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Irmo · $1,852
More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
54/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent
$1,852/mo
Expected by trend
$1,888/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,420
1 BR
$1,560
2 BR
$1,730
3 BR
$2,210
4 BR+
$2,650
Research median
$1,730/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
$22,224/yr
At $1,852/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 5.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.2% YoY, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Irmo, SC is majority owner-occupied, 39.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
11,813
Median income
$80,489
Median age
40.3
Renters
18.4%
Age distribution
22.9%
21%
25.8%
14.9%
15.5%
Under 1822.9%
18–3421%
35–5425.8%
55–6414.9%
65+15.5%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
58.2%
27.8%
White58.2%
Black27.8%
Hispanic5.6%
Asian4.3%
Other4%
Education (25+)
20.6%
36%
39.2%
No HS diploma4.2%
HS diploma20.6%
Some college36%
Bachelor's+39.2%
Housing tenure
81.6%
18.4%
Owner81.6%
Renter18.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Irmo, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,395 → $1,852
up 32.8%
Income
$81,380 → $80,489
down 1.1%
Population
11,581 → 11,813
up 2.0%
Renter share
19.4% → 18.4%
-1.0 pts
Bachelor's+
38% → 39.2%
+1.2 pts
Median age
39.6 → 40.3
+0.7 yrs

The median rent in Irmo, SC stood at $1,395 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,852, reflecting a 32.8% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $81,380 to $80,489 across the same window, down 1.1% 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 2.0% since 2021, moving from about 11,581 residents to roughly 11,813. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Irmo, SC look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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By apartment size

Irmo rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Irmo, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Irmo is $1,852/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,730/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,560/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,210/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($80,489/yr), Irmo ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Irmo an affordable city for renters?

Irmo is considered affordable for renters. At $1,852/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($80,489/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Irmo falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Irmo?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,852/mo in Irmo. The local median household income is $80,489/yr, meaning the typical Irmo household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Irmo?

Rent in Irmo has increased 5.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Irmo is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #19 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,852/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Irmo?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Irmo ($1,852/mo): Columbia ($1,478/mo), West Columbia ($1,703/mo), Lexington ($1,781/mo).

What percentage of Irmo residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.4% of Irmo households are renters, while 81.6% are owner-occupied. Irmo leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Irmo rent compare to the national average?

Irmo's median rent of $1,852/mo is $113 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #19 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,852/mo, rent takes ~28% of Irmo's median household income ($80,489/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Irmo 28%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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