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Mauldin

Pop. 27,055·55th most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Mauldin, SC
Median rent (all units)
$1,421/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.0%
Month-over-Month
+2.1%
vs US Median
-$544
Rising (Monthly)
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Mauldin · $1,421
More affordable than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
57/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Mauldin's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,421/mo
Expected by trend
$1,475/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,320
1 BR
$1,370
2 BR
$1,520
3 BR
$1,860
4 BR+
$2,220
Research median
$1,520/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
$17,052/yr
At $1,421/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.0% YoY, +2.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Mauldin, SC is majority owner-occupied, 38.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
27,055
Median income
$82,331
Median age
40.9
Renters
32%
Age distribution
19.7%
22.2%
27%
12.7%
18.4%
Under 1819.7%
18–3422.2%
35–5427%
55–6412.7%
65+18.4%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
61%
23.6%
White61%
Black23.6%
Hispanic10.2%
Asian3.4%
Other1.8%
Education (25+)
20.5%
35.1%
38.7%
No HS diploma5.6%
HS diploma20.5%
Some college35.1%
Bachelor's+38.7%
Housing tenure
68%
32%
Owner68%
Renter32%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Mauldin, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,348 → $1,421
up 5.4%
Income
$73,755 → $82,331
up 11.6%
Population
24,735 → 27,055
up 9.4%
Renter share
32% → 32%
+0.0 pts
Bachelor's+
33.8% → 38.7%
+4.9 pts

Since 2022, the typical rent in Mauldin, SC has increased from $1,348 to $1,421, a 5.4% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Mauldin, SC now reports about $82,331, up from $73,755 in 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 9.4% since 2021, moving from about 24,735 residents to roughly 27,055. College-educated residents now make up 38.7% of adults here, versus 33.8% in 2021. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Mauldin, SC reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Mauldin, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mauldin is $1,421/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,320/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,520/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,370/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,860/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($82,331/yr), Mauldin ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mauldin an affordable city for renters?

Mauldin is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,421/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($82,331/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mauldin falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mauldin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,421/mo in Mauldin. The local median household income is $82,331/yr, meaning the typical Mauldin household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mauldin?

Rent in Mauldin has increased 2.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Mauldin is one of the more affordable cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #55 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,421/mo.

What percentage of Mauldin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32% of Mauldin households are renters, while 68% are owner-occupied. Mauldin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mauldin rent compare to the national average?

Mauldin's median rent of $1,421/mo is $544 (28%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #55 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,421/mo, rent takes ~21% of Mauldin's median household income ($82,331/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mauldin 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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