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South Hill

Pop. 4,786·73rd most expensive in Virginia·Rental market data updated monthly for South Hill, VA
Median rent (all units)
$1,425/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-3.3%
vs US Median
-$540
Falling (Monthly)
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South Hill · $1,425
More affordable than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,425/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$57,000/yr
Local median income
$66,023/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using South Hill's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$730
1 BR
$740
2 BR
$970
3 BR
$1,240
4 BR+
$1,370
Research median
$970/mo

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

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Last updated: April 17, 2026

Annual cost
$17,100/yr
At $1,425/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, -3.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

South Hill, VA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,786
Median income
$66,023
Median age
47.2
Renters
45.9%
Age distribution
17.1%
21.8%
20.9%
14.1%
26.1%
Under 1817.1%
18–3421.8%
35–5420.9%
55–6414.1%
65+26.1%
Gender
46.7%
53.3%
Male46.7%
Female53.3%
Race & ethnicity
48.7%
38.1%
White48.7%
Black38.1%
Hispanic5.5%
Asian4.2%
Other3.5%
Education (25+)
28.3%
32.4%
27.6%
No HS diploma11.6%
HS diploma28.3%
Some college32.4%
Bachelor's+27.6%
Housing tenure
54.1%
45.9%
Owner54.1%
Renter45.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How South Hill, VA has changed in 5 years

Income
$40,637 → $66,023
up 62.5%
Population
4,636 → 4,786
up 3.2%
Renter share
48.1% → 45.9%
-2.2 pts
Bachelor's+
29.5% → 27.6%
-1.9 pts
Median age
39.2 → 47.2
+8.0 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in South Hill, VA now reports about $66,023, up from $40,637 in 2021. The population has grown by 3.2% since 2021, moving from about 4,636 residents to roughly 4,786. Renters now make up 45.9% of households, compared with 48.1% five years ago.

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About renting in South Hill, VA

Last updated: April 17, 2026

The median rent in South Hill is $1,425/mo as of April 2026. A studio apartment averages $730/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,240/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($66,023/yr), South Hill ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is South Hill an affordable city for renters?

South Hill is considered affordable for renters. At $1,425/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($66,023/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. South Hill falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in South Hill?

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 $1,425/mo in South Hill. The local median household income is $66,023/yr, meaning the typical South Hill household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in South Hill?

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

How does South Hill rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

South Hill is one of the more affordable cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #73 out of 84 tracked cities at $1,425/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than South Hill?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than South Hill ($1,425/mo): Henderson ($972/mo), Farmville ($1,291/mo).

What percentage of South Hill residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.9% of South Hill households are renters, while 54.1% are owner-occupied. South Hill leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does South Hill rent compare to the national average?

South Hill's median rent of $1,425/mo is $540 (27%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #73 out of 84 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,425/mo, rent takes ~26% of South Hill's median household income ($66,023/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

South Hill 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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