How much does it cost to rent in North Augusta, SC?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in North Augusta, SC is $1,569. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is North Augusta cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

North Augusta falls in the middle range for South Carolina, ranking #42 out of 67 cities at $1,569/mo.

When was North Augusta rent data last updated?

North Augusta 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

North Augusta

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Pop. 25,653·42nd most expensive in South Carolina·North Augusta rents are up 5.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,569/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.0%

Month-over-Month

+3.5%

vs US Median

-$396

Rising (Monthly)

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North Augusta · $1,569

More affordable than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

51/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,569/mo

Expected by trend

$1,573/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$780

1 BR

$940

2 BR

$1,060

3 BR

$1,390

4 BR+

$1,700

Research median

$1,060/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

$18,828/yr

At $1,569/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.0% YoY, +3.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

North Augusta, SC is majority owner-occupied, 36.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

25,653

Median income

$86,092

Median age

42.3

Renters

29.5%

Age distribution

20.7%

18.3%

28.4%

13.9%

18.7%

Under 1820.7%

18–3418.3%

35–5428.4%

55–6413.9%

65+18.7%

Gender

48.7%

51.3%

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

Race & ethnicity

71.8%

16.4%

White71.8%

Black16.4%

Hispanic7.8%

Asian1.2%

Other2.7%

Education (25+)

22.1%

34.8%

36.7%

No HS diploma6.5%

HS diploma22.1%

Some college34.8%

Bachelor's+36.7%

Housing tenure

70.5%

29.5%

Owner70.5%

Renter29.5%

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

2023 vs 2026

How North Augusta, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,229 → $1,569

up 27.7%

Income

$72,202 → $86,092

up 19.2%

Population

24,013 → 25,653

up 6.8%

Renter share

30.3% → 29.5%

-0.8 pts

Bachelor's+

36.6% → 36.7%

+0.1 pts

Median age

41.7 → 42.3

+0.6 yrs

Rent in North Augusta, SC has increased 27.7% since 2023, going from about $1,229 per month to roughly $1,569 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in North Augusta, SC now reports about $86,092, up from $72,202 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 8.5 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 24,013 to 25,653 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.8% change. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and North Augusta, SC reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in North Augusta on your salary?

At $1,569/mo, how North Augusta rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 22.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 15.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 37.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 30.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

North Augusta rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in North Augusta, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Augusta is $1,569/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,060/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $940/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,390/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($86,092/yr), North Augusta ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Augusta an affordable city for renters?

North Augusta is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,569/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($86,092/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Augusta falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in North Augusta?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,569/mo in North Augusta. The local median household income is $86,092/yr, meaning the typical North Augusta household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Augusta?

Rent in North Augusta has increased 5.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does North Augusta rent compare to other cities in South Carolina?

North Augusta is middle-of-the-pack for South Carolina for rent, ranking #42 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,569/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Augusta?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Augusta ($1,569/mo): Augusta ($1,392/mo), Aiken ($1,438/mo).

What percentage of North Augusta residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.5% of North Augusta households are renters, while 70.5% are owner-occupied. North Augusta leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Augusta rent compare to the national average?

North Augusta's median rent of $1,569/mo is $396 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #42 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,569/mo, rent takes ~22% of North Augusta's median household income ($86,092/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Augusta 22%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.2%

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