Median Age
27 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 38% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
10%
Clemson
Clemson, SC Area Guide
Avg Rent
$636
Population
20,228
Renter Mix
61% Rent
Near Campus, Downtown, and Lake Hartwell
Clemson, SC is best known as the home of Clemson University, which plays a major role in the local economy and daily life. Renters here benefit from access to the university, a walkable downtown with restaurants and shops, and outdoor areas like Lake Hartwell and the South Carolina Botanical Garden. U.S. Route 123 also provides a direct connection to Greenville for commuters.
Apartments for rent in Clemson appeal to a wide range of renters—from those working or studying at Clemson University to employees of nearby employers like AnMed Health and regional manufacturers. Whether you’re looking to live near campus or prefer something closer to the lake, the city offers a mix of rental options with convenient access to work, school, and recreation.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$39,607
Average: $72,390
Education
7,950
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
8,680
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Clemson has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
61%
Non-Renters
39%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
34%
Other Education
66%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Clemson, SC is $622 for a studio, $636 for one bedroom, $1,414 for two bedrooms, and $1,682 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Clemson has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$636/month
481 Sq Ft
House
$1,877/month
1,014 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,900/month
407 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,598/month
619 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Clemson, SC is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
794 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Bob Campbell Geology Museum
- South Carolina Botanical Garden
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.