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Longs

·9th most expensive in South Carolina·Longs rents are up 6.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,046/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.9%
Month-over-Month
+3.7%
vs US Median
+$81
Rising (Monthly)
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Longs · $2,046
More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
34% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,046/mo, rent takes about 34% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$82,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Longs's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,260
1 BR
$1,330
2 BR
$1,560
3 BR
$1,960
4 BR+
$2,290
Research median
$1,560/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
$24,552/yr
At $2,046/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 6.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.9% YoY, +3.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Longs is $2,046/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,260/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,560/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,330/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,960/mo.

At 34% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Longs ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.9% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Longs an affordable city for renters?

Longs is considered moderate for renters. At $2,046/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Longs slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Longs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,046/mo in Longs.

Is rent going up or down in Longs?

Rent in Longs has increased 6.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Longs is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #9 out of 67 tracked cities at $2,046/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Longs?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Longs ($2,046/mo): Little River ($1,547/mo), Myrtle Beach ($1,676/mo), North Myrtle Beach ($1,745/mo).

How does Longs rent compare to the national average?

Longs's median rent of $2,046/mo is $81 (4%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #9 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $2,046/mo, rent takes ~34% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Longs 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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