salaryRock Hill is the 5th-largest city in South Carolina that we track, with 75,259 residents. Rent is higher than in 55% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 4.0 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $70,480 a year. That is $34 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other South Carolina cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of South Carolina. It is number 75 of 101 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Rock Hill?
Share of households by yearly income. 21.1% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Rock Hill
| Size | Rock Hill | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,153 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,373 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,382 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,519 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,710 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Rock Hill overall?
Everyday prices in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area are 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Rock Hill
Life in Rock Hill
What jobs pay in Rock Hill
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $157,180 | 13.5% |
| Pharmacist | $150,580 | 14.0% |
| Software Developer | $135,920 | 15.6% |
| Physician Assistant | $133,140 | 15.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,310 | 16.2% |
| Operations Manager | $112,730 | 18.8% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $110,790 | 19.1% |
| Civil Engineer | $102,370 | 20.7% |
| Dental Hygienist | $98,390 | 21.5% |
| Accountant | $92,910 | 22.8% |
| Registered Nurse | $90,620 | 23.3% |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,930 | 25.5% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,140 | 32.5% |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | 33.5% |
| HVAC Technician | $59,840 | 35.3% |
| Electrician | $59,080 | 35.8% |
| Plumber | $58,690 | 36.0% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,680 | 36.0% |
| Truck Driver | $56,120 | 37.7% |
| Carpenter | $50,960 | 41.5% |
| Medical Assistant | $46,520 | 45.5% |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,980 | 47.0% |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,430 | 53.6% |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,850 | 54.4% |
| Firefighter | $38,700 | 54.6% |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,030 | 57.1% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,430 | 58.0% |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,580 | 63.0% |
| Cashier | $29,610 | 71.4% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Rock Hill?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $286 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $295,100 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $29,510 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Rock Hill, SC?
Renting in Rock Hill costs a median of about $1,762 a month in 2026, including utilities. The South Carolina median is $1,479.
How much do I need to make to live in Rock Hill?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $70,480 a year, or $34 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Rock Hill cheap or expensive?
Rock Hill is rated OK: rent takes 28.5% of the typical household income of $74,170. It ranks 75th cheapest of 101 South Carolina cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Rock Hill?
The median homeowner in Rock Hill pays $1,543 a year in property taxes, about 0.52% of the median home value.
Is Rock Hill more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 3% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Rock Hill?
The median home value in Rock Hill is $295,100, about 4.0 times the typical yearly household income.
75,259 people live in Rock Hill. Numbers are typical (middle) values.