Berkeley County, South Carolina Housing Market
In Berkeley County, South Carolina, the median home value is $310,300, with a median monthly rent of $1,654. This places Berkeley County at #574 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #7 within South Carolina.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,357
- Establishments: 5,211
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,802
- Multi-family: 497
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 98,752 (avg $85,463)
- Outflow: 88,635 (avg $84,035)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Berkeley County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29410 | 309.1 | +5.76% | 2025 |
| 2 | 29431 | 296.7 | +0.54% | 2025 |
| 3 | 29483 | 295.4 | +3.11% | 2025 |
| 4 | 29406 | 332.4 | -2.62% | 2025 |
| 5 | 29445 | 318.4 | +4.07% | 2025 |
| 6 | 29486 | 317.3 | -2.39% | 2025 |
| 7 | 29456 | 336.3 | +2.10% | 2025 |
| 8 | 29472 | 298.8 | +1.87% | 2025 |
| 9 | 29461 | 285.4 | +1.34% | 2025 |
| 10 | 29492 | 317.4 | +34.17% | 2022 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Berkeley County | South Carolina Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $310,300 | $199,732 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,654 | $984 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 74.5% | 73.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 15.6 | 16.3 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Berkeley County is 55.4% above the South Carolina state average and 36.3% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,654/month is 68.1% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 15.6, the buy-vs-rent decision in Berkeley County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Berkeley County has an owner-occupancy rate of 74.5%, compared to 73.2% in South Carolina and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas County | Oregon | $310,300 | $1,055 |
| Idaho County | Idaho | $310,200 | $789 |
| Hancock County | Maine | $310,400 | $1,061 |
| Gloucester County | New Jersey | $310,400 | $1,531 |
| Bay County | Florida | $310,500 | $1,484 |
Other Counties in South Carolina
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville County | $299,000 | $1,262 | 68.9% |
| Jasper County | $325,500 | $1,328 | 77.2% |
| Dorchester County | $329,300 | $1,463 | 75.5% |
| Lancaster County | $329,900 | $959 | 83.3% |
| Georgetown County | $289,500 | $1,204 | 84.0% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).