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ZIP 29036

Part of Chapin, SC
Pop. 26,620·Lexington County·10th most expensive ZIP in South Carolina
Median rent (all units)
$2,331/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+2.4%
vs US Median
+$366
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ZIP 29036 · $2,331
More expensive than 74% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,520
1 BR
$1,710
2 BR
$1,880
3 BR
$2,390
4 BR+
$2,820
Research median
$1,880/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$27,972/yr
At $2,331/mo median
Location
CityChapin
StateSC
CountyLexington County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +2.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 29036 (Chapin, SC) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 50.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
26,620
Median income
$113,986
Median age
44.9
Renters
8.1%
Age distribution
23.7%
13%
28.3%
14.7%
20.3%
Under 1823.7%
18–3413%
35–5428.3%
55–6414.7%
65+20.3%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
89.3%
White89.3%
Black3.3%
Hispanic2.4%
Asian2.9%
Other2.2%
Education (25+)
17.4%
29%
50.5%
No HS diploma3.1%
HS diploma17.4%
Some college29%
Bachelor's+50.5%
Housing tenure
91.9%
Owner91.9%
Renter8.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 29036 in Chapin, SC has changed in 5 years

Income
$103,431 → $113,986
up 10.2%
Population
24,548 → 26,620
up 8.4%
Renter share
7.2% → 8.1%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
50.7% → 50.5%
-0.2 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 29036 in Chapin, SC now reports about $113,986, up from $103,431 in 2021. The population has grown by 8.4% since 2021, moving from about 24,548 residents to roughly 26,620.

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About renting in ZIP 29036

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 29036 covers Chapin, SC. The median rent here is $2,331/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,710/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,880/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($113,986/yr), ZIP 29036 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 29036?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 29036 (Chapin, SC) is $2,331. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 29036 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 29036's median rent of $2,331/mo is $366 (19%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 29036 compare to other ZIPs in South Carolina?

ZIP 29036 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in South Carolina, ranking #10 out of 124 ZIPs tracked at $2,331/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 29036?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $93,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,331/mo in ZIP 29036. The local median household income is $113,986/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 29036?

Rent in ZIP 29036 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 29036 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 29036 is considered affordable for renters. At $2,331/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($113,986/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 29036 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 29036 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 8.1% of ZIP 29036 households are renters, while 91.9% are owner-occupied. ZIP 29036 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 29036 compare to the rest of Chapin?

ZIP 29036 is more affordable than Chapin overall. At $2,331/mo, it's $14 below the Chapin citywide median of $2,345/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 29036 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 29036 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,331/mo, rent takes ~25% of ZIP 29036's median household income ($113,986/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 29036 25%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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