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York

Pop. 8,969·17th most expensive in South Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for York, SC
Median rent (all units)
$1,832/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-8.3%
vs US Median
-$133
Falling (Monthly)
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York · $1,832
More affordable than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
39% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,832/mo, rent takes about 39% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$73,000/yr
Local median income
$56,176/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using York's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,050
1 BR
$1,090
2 BR
$1,210
3 BR
$1,490
4 BR+
$1,890
Research median
$1,210/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$21,984/yr
At $1,832/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -8.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

York, SC is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,969
Median income
$56,176
Median age
35
Renters
33%
Age distribution
28.4%
21.7%
23.9%
12.9%
13.2%
Under 1828.4%
18–3421.7%
35–5423.9%
55–6412.9%
65+13.2%
Gender
45.8%
54.2%
Male45.8%
Female54.2%
Race & ethnicity
51.5%
25.4%
15.4%
White51.5%
Black25.4%
Hispanic7.4%
Other15.4%
Education (25+)
15.2%
35.9%
30.3%
18.6%
No HS diploma15.2%
HS diploma35.9%
Some college30.3%
Bachelor's+18.6%
Housing tenure
67%
33%
Owner67%
Renter33%

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

2021 vs 2026

How York, SC has changed in 5 years

Income
$41,645 → $56,176
up 34.9%
Population
8,423 → 8,969
up 6.5%
Renter share
38.1% → 33%
-5.1 pts
Bachelor's+
17.1% → 18.6%
+1.5 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $41,645 in 2021 to $56,176 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 8,423 to 8,969 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.5% change. About 33% of households rent today, against 38.1% in 2021.

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About renting in York, SC

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in York is $1,832/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,050/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,210/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,090/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,490/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($56,176/yr), York ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is York an affordable city for renters?

York is considered moderate for renters. At $1,832/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($56,176/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. York slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in York?

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 $1,832/mo in York. The local median household income is $56,176/yr, meaning the typical York household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in York?

Rent in York has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

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

York is one of the pricier cities in South Carolina for rent, ranking #17 out of 64 tracked cities at $1,832/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than York?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than York ($1,832/mo): Rock Hill ($1,494/mo), Gastonia ($1,524/mo), Fort Mill ($1,803/mo).

What percentage of York residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33% of York households are renters, while 67% are owner-occupied. York leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does York rent compare to the national average?

York's median rent of $1,832/mo is $133 (7%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within South Carolina, it ranks #17 out of 64 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $1,832/mo, rent takes ~39% of York's median household income ($56,176/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

York 39%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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