Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
18%
Greenwood, SC
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$948
Population
23,507
Renter Mix
54% Rent
Savor the charms of this dynamic college town
Suburban
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Diverse
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Charming
Nestled in South Carolina, Greenwood combines historic charm with contemporary living. Home to Lander University, the city's downtown area preserves its heritage while embracing growth. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $874 monthly, while three-bedroom homes average $1,246. Studio apartments have seen a 45% increase year-over-year, reflecting the area's expanding rental market.
Lake Greenwood, with its 212 miles of shoreline, offers extensive opportunities for boating and fishing. The city celebrates its horticultural heritage through the South Carolina Festival of Flowers, featuring 42 topiaries throughout downtown each summer. Uptown Greenwood maintains its historic architecture while housing an array of local businesses. The area's manufacturing and healthcare sectors contribute significantly to the local economy, while events like the Festival of Discovery showcase regional barbecue traditions and blues music.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$41,392
Average: $52,682
Education
4,121
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,386
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Greenwood has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
54%
Non-Renters
46%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Greenwood, SC is $1,079 for a studio, $947 for one bedroom, $1,153 for two bedrooms, and $1,406 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Greenwood has decreased by -1.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$947/month
610 Sq Ft
House
$1,439/month
656 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,266/month
959 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,398/month
1,130 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Greenwood, SC is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
758 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
758 Students
Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary
Public
Grades K-5
572 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
542 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
542 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
674 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
674 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
698 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
698 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
617 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,730 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,730 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
812 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
812 Students
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Methodology
† 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.