How much does it cost to rent in Simpsonville, SC?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Simpsonville, SC is $1,813. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Simpsonville cheaper than other South Carolina cities?

Simpsonville is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina, ranking #21 out of 67 cities tracked at $1,813/mo.

When was Simpsonville rent data last updated?

Simpsonville 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

Simpsonville

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Pop. 26,144·21st most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Simpsonville, SC

Median rent (all units)

$1,813/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.5%

Month-over-Month

-2.9%

vs US Median

-$152

Falling (Monthly)

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Simpsonville · $1,813

More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

61/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Simpsonville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,813/mo

Expected by trend

$1,919/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,450

1 BR

$1,505

2 BR

$1,670

3 BR

$2,040

4 BR+

$2,445

Research median

$1,670/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

$21,756/yr

At $1,813/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 2.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, -2.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Simpsonville, SC is majority owner-occupied, 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

26,144

Median income

$82,457

Median age

37.1

Renters

31.5%

Age distribution

24.5%

22.1%

27.5%

14%

Under 1824.5%

18–3422.1%

35–5427.5%

55–6411.8%

65+14%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

65.8%

17.4%

White65.8%

Black17.4%

Hispanic10.2%

Asian1.7%

Other4.8%

Education (25+)

26.6%

31.2%

37.9%

No HS diploma4.3%

HS diploma26.6%

Some college31.2%

Bachelor's+37.9%

Housing tenure

68.5%

31.5%

Owner68.5%

Renter31.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Simpsonville, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,450 → $1,813

up 25.0%

Income

$76,412 → $82,457

up 7.9%

Population

23,190 → 26,144

up 12.7%

Renter share

26% → 31.5%

+5.5 pts

Bachelor's+

34.4% → 37.9%

+3.5 pts

Median age

36.6 → 37.1

+0.5 yrs

Rent in Simpsonville, SC has increased 25.0% since 2021, going from about $1,450 per month to roughly $1,813 today. Median household income grew from $76,412 to $82,457 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.9% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 17.1 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 23,190 to 26,144 between 2021 and 2024, a 12.7% change. About 31.5% of households rent today, against 26% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 34.4% to 37.9%. Taken together, the five-year picture in Simpsonville, SC reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Simpsonville on your salary?

At $1,813/mo, how Simpsonville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 26.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 17.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 39.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 43.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 35.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Simpsonville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Simpsonville, SC

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Simpsonville is $1,813/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,670/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,505/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,040/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($82,457/yr), Simpsonville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Simpsonville an affordable city for renters?

Simpsonville is considered affordable for renters. At $1,813/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($82,457/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Simpsonville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Simpsonville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,813/mo in Simpsonville. The local median household income is $82,457/yr, meaning the typical Simpsonville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Simpsonville?

Rent in Simpsonville has increased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Simpsonville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Simpsonville are 29681 ($1,769/mo), and 29680 ($1,820/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Simpsonville is $1,813/mo.

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

Simpsonville is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #21 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,813/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Simpsonville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Simpsonville ($1,813/mo): Mauldin ($1,421/mo), Piedmont ($1,518/mo), Greenville ($1,561/mo).

What percentage of Simpsonville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.5% of Simpsonville households are renters, while 68.5% are owner-occupied. Simpsonville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Simpsonville rent compare to the national average?

Simpsonville's median rent of $1,813/mo is $152 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #21 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,813/mo, rent takes ~26% of Simpsonville's median household income ($82,457/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Simpsonville 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.2%

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