Special Interest
Housing in Darlington County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Darlington County averages $896/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the South Carolina median of $1,180 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 38% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Darlington County FMR Area are $913 for a studio, $919 for 1‑bedroom, $1,179 for 2‑bedroom, $1,414 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,609 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $283 increase for a 2-bedroom in Darlington County shows a 32% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Darlington County was 4.8% in 2024, compared to South Carolina at 4.1% and the national rate of 4.0%.
