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ZIP 29418

Pop. 26,052·Charleston County·28th most expensive ZIP in South Carolina
Median rent (all units)
$1,910/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.5%
Month-over-Month
+3.3%
vs US Median
-$55
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ZIP 29418 · $1,910
More expensive than 55% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,360
1 BR
$1,420
2 BR
$1,560
3 BR
$1,940
4 BR+
$2,240
Research median
$1,560/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
$22,920/yr
At $1,910/mo median
Location
StateSC
CountyCharleston County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 10.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.5% YoY, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 29418 (North Charleston, SC) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
26,052
Median income
$64,583
Median age
38
Renters
45%
Age distribution
19.7%
26.3%
23.2%
17.2%
13.6%
Under 1819.7%
18–3426.3%
35–5423.2%
55–6417.2%
65+13.6%
Gender
48.8%
51.2%
Male48.8%
Female51.2%
Race & ethnicity
32%
48%
16.7%
White32%
Black48%
Hispanic16.7%
Asian1.6%
Other1.7%
Education (25+)
14.8%
32.8%
31.7%
20.6%
No HS diploma14.8%
HS diploma32.8%
Some college31.7%
Bachelor's+20.6%
Housing tenure
55%
45%
Owner55%
Renter45%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 29418 in North Charleston, SC has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,253 → $1,910
up 52.4%
Income
$46,080 → $64,583
up 40.2%
Population
22,425 → 26,052
up 16.2%
Renter share
44.8% → 45%
+0.2 pts
Bachelor's+
22.1% → 20.6%
-1.5 pts
Median age
39.9 → 38
-1.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 29418 in North Charleston, SC has increased from $1,253 to $1,910, a 52.4% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $46,080 to $64,583 across the same window, up 40.2% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 16.2% since 2021, moving from about 22,425 residents to roughly 26,052. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in ZIP 29418 in North Charleston, SC look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 29418 covers North Charleston, SC. The median rent here is $1,910/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,420/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,560/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($64,583/yr), ZIP 29418 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.5% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 29418?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 29418 (North Charleston, SC) is $1,910. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 29418 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 29418's median rent of $1,910/mo is $55 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 29418 compare to other ZIPs in South Carolina?

ZIP 29418 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in South Carolina, ranking #28 out of 124 ZIPs tracked at $1,910/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 29418?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,910/mo in ZIP 29418. The local median household income is $64,583/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 29418?

Rent in ZIP 29418 has increased 10.5% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 29418 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 29418 is considered moderate for renters. At $1,910/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($64,583/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 29418 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 29418 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45% of ZIP 29418 households are renters, while 55% are owner-occupied. ZIP 29418 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 29418 compare to the rest of North Charleston?

ZIP 29418 is pricier than North Charleston as a whole. At $1,910/mo, it's $172 above the North Charleston citywide median of $1,738/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 29418 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 29418 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $1,910/mo, rent takes ~35% of ZIP 29418's median household income ($64,583/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 29418 35%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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