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What Is the Average Rent in Charleston County, South Carolina?

$1,620/month 7.6%vs 2023 ($1,506)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Charleston County, South Carolina is $1,620/month (±$36), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $489,100 (±$9,282), and the median household income is $88,494/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Charleston County, South Carolina and Neighbouring Counties

Charleston County: $1,620Dorchester: $1,463Georgetown: $1,204Colleton: $949Berkeley: $1,654$1,620$1,463$1,204$949$1,654

Housing Metrics for Charleston County, South Carolina

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,620
Median Home Value$489,100
Median Household Income$88,494
Total Housing Units178,975
Renter-Occupied Units64,625
Renter-Occupied Share36%
Households Paying 50%+ Income16,740 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,436+0.0%
1 BR$1,434+0.0%
2 BR$1,647+0.0%
3 BR$1,908+0.0%
4 BR$1,932+0.0%
5+ BR$2,960+0.0%

How does Charleston County, South Carolina compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in South Carolina.

Higher rent than 96% of counties in South Carolina · 3rd of 46

Cheapest: Dillon County($679)
Priciest: Berkeley County($1,654)
#CountyValue
1Berkeley County$1,654
2Beaufort County$1,653
3Charleston County(you are here)$1,620
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44Dillon County$679
45Marion County$669
46Allendale County$662

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Charleston County, South Carolina?

The median gross rent in Charleston County, South Carolina is $1,620/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Charleston County, South Carolina?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Charleston County, South Carolina is $1,647/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$42. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Charleston County, South Carolina?

The median home value in Charleston County, South Carolina is $489,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Charleston County are rent-burdened?

In Charleston County, South Carolina, 16,740 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Charleston County, South Carolina?

The median household income in Charleston County, South Carolina is $88,494/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,620 has a margin of error of ±$36. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.