How much does it cost to rent in Mount Pleasant, SC?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mount Pleasant, SC is $2,425. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mount Pleasant cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

Mount Pleasant is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina, ranking #2 out of 67 cities tracked at $2,425/mo.

When was Mount Pleasant rent data last updated?

Mount Pleasant rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · SC

Mount Pleasant

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Pop. 93,993·2nd most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Mount Pleasant, SC

Median rent (all units)

$2,425/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.4%

Month-over-Month

+1.6%

vs US Median

+$460

Rising (Monthly)

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Mount Pleasant · $2,425

More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Mount Pleasant's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,425/mo

Expected by trend

$2,507/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Mount Pleasant's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,185

1 BR

$2,265

2 BR

$2,510

3 BR

$3,110

4 BR+

$3,660

Research median

$2,510/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

$29,100/yr

At $2,425/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 4.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.4% YoY, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mount Pleasant, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 68.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

93,993

Median income

$124,755

Median age

42.6

Renters

26.4%

Age distribution

22.8%

16.2%

29.7%

12.9%

18.4%

Under 1822.8%

18–3416.2%

35–5429.7%

55–6412.9%

65+18.4%

Gender

48.7%

51.3%

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

Race & ethnicity

90.3%

White90.3%

Black2.7%

Hispanic2.8%

Asian1.7%

Other2.5%

Education (25+)

21.3%

68.4%

No HS diploma2.1%

HS diploma8.3%

Some college21.3%

Bachelor's+68.4%

Housing tenure

73.6%

26.4%

Owner73.6%

Renter26.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mount Pleasant, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,668 → $2,425

up 45.4%

Income

$106,216 → $124,755

up 17.5%

Population

88,900 → 93,993

up 5.7%

Renter share

27.7% → 26.4%

-1.3 pts

Bachelor's+

65.3% → 68.4%

+3.1 pts

Median age

41.8 → 42.6

+0.8 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Mount Pleasant, SC has shifted from $1,668 to $2,425, up 45.4% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $106,216 to $124,755 across the same window, up 17.5% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Mount Pleasant, SC adding about 5,093 residents over the five-year window, up 5.7% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 65.3% to 68.4% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Mount Pleasant, SC look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mount Pleasant on your salary?

At $2,425/mo, how Mount Pleasant rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 35% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 49.3% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 42.8% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 23.9% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 18.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 52.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 58.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 47.3% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Mount Pleasant rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mount Pleasant, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mount Pleasant is $2,425/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,185/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,510/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,265/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,110/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($124,755/yr), Mount Pleasant ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mount Pleasant an affordable city for renters?

Mount Pleasant is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,425/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($124,755/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mount Pleasant falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mount Pleasant?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,425/mo in Mount Pleasant. The local median household income is $124,755/yr, meaning the typical Mount Pleasant household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mount Pleasant?

Rent in Mount Pleasant has increased 4.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Mount Pleasant neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Mount Pleasant are 29464 ($2,372/mo), and 29466 ($2,708/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Mount Pleasant is $2,425/mo.

How does Mount Pleasant rent compare to other cities in South Carolina?

Mount Pleasant is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #2 out of 67 tracked cities at $2,425/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mount Pleasant?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mount Pleasant ($2,425/mo): Ladson ($1,697/mo), North Charleston ($1,738/mo), Hanahan ($1,781/mo).

What percentage of Mount Pleasant residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.4% of Mount Pleasant households are renters, while 73.6% are owner-occupied. Mount Pleasant leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mount Pleasant rent compare to the national average?

Mount Pleasant's median rent of $2,425/mo is $460 (23%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #2 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,425/mo, rent takes ~23% of Mount Pleasant's median household income ($124,755/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mount Pleasant 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.2%

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