RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · SC

ZIP 29572

Pop. 12,124·Horry County·75th most expensive ZIP in South Carolina
Median rent (all units)
$1,595/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.6%
Month-over-Month
-0.9%
vs US Median
-$367
Falling (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 29572 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 29572 · $1,595
More affordable than 67% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,962/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,130
1 BR
$1,210
2 BR
$1,440
3 BR
$1,770
4 BR+
$2,070
Research median
$1,440/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,140/yr
At $1,595/mo median
Location
StateSC
CountyHorry County
Rent Market Meter
Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (7.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.6% YoY, -0.9% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 29572 (Myrtle Beach, SC) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 43.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,124
Median income
$85,247
Median age
59.8
Renters
22.1%
Age distribution
13.5%
16.7%
22.5%
36.5%
Under 1810.8%
18–3413.5%
35–5416.7%
55–6422.5%
65+36.5%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
79.4%
White79.4%
Black4.5%
Hispanic10.9%
Asian0.7%
Other4.6%
Education (25+)
23.4%
28.9%
43.8%
No HS diploma3.9%
HS diploma23.4%
Some college28.9%
Bachelor's+43.8%
Housing tenure
77.9%
22.1%
Owner77.9%
Renter22.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 29572 in Myrtle Beach, SC has changed in 5 years

Income
$60,747 → $85,247
up 40.3%
Population
10,431 → 12,124
up 16.2%
Renter share
24% → 22.1%
-1.9 pts
Bachelor's+
42.8% → 43.8%
+1.0 pts
Median age
58 → 59.8
+1.8 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 29572 in Myrtle Beach, SC now reports about $85,247, up from $60,747 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 10,431 to 12,124 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.2% change. About 22.1% of households rent today, against 24% in 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 29572

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 29572

About renting in ZIP 29572

Last updated: August 17, 2026

ZIP code 29572 covers Myrtle Beach, SC. The median rent here is $1,595/mo as of August 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,210/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,440/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($85,247/yr), ZIP 29572 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 29572?

As of August 17, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 29572 (Myrtle Beach, SC) is $1,595. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 29572 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 29572's median rent of $1,595/mo is $367 (19%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo.

How does ZIP 29572 compare to other ZIPs in South Carolina?

ZIP 29572 falls in the middle range for South Carolina, ranking #75 out of 121 ZIPs at $1,595/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 29572?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,595/mo in ZIP 29572. The local median household income is $85,247/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 29572?

Rent in ZIP 29572 has increased 7.6% over the past year as of August 17, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 29572 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 29572 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,595/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($85,247/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 29572 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 29572 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.1% of ZIP 29572 households are renters, while 77.9% are owner-occupied. ZIP 29572 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 29572 compare to the rest of Myrtle Beach?

ZIP 29572 is more affordable than Myrtle Beach overall. At $1,595/mo, it's $102 below the Myrtle Beach citywide median of $1,697/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 29572 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 29572 reflects August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,595/mo, rent takes ~22% of ZIP 29572's median household income ($85,247/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 29572 22%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 29572 (Myrtle Beach, SC)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.

Add RentDataNow as a preferred source on Google