Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Greenwood

Affordability in Greenwood, SC

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Greenwood is $839 and the median household income is $41,150 annually. With 57% of residents renting, affordable housing options play an important role in the local market.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Greenwood Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 485 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in how agencies define and report crimes.

Getting Around Greenwood

According to Walk Score, the areas around assisted properties in Greenwood have a Walk Score of 48 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 50. No Transit Score is available. Most errands and commutes will likely require a car.

Schools

Greenwood is served by 14 public schools across 3 districts, including 8 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before signing a lease.

Cost of Renting in Greenwood, SC

The median household income in Greenwood is $41,150 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a median market rent of $839 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing can make a meaningful difference for renters here.

Greenwood has 6 income-restricted properties with 421 total units, offering alternatives to market-rate rents for eligible households.

Environmental Exposure

All 6 HUD-assisted properties in Greenwood have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a low level of flood exposure for this set of properties.