Cost of Living in Greenville, SC
Population: 71,755 • 2026 Data
$68,460
Median Household Income
-12% vs national
$1,248
Median Monthly Rent
-7% vs national
$453,300
Median Home Value
+34% vs national
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Greenville
The median home value in Greenville, SC is $453,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,248, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,315.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Greenville, SC is $68,460. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0%, with a labor force of 42,007 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.