Clemson, SC Cost of Living


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Clemson cost of living score
88.2
Less expensive
11.8% lower
than the US average
1.2% lower
than the South Carolina average
Clemson, South Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 88.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 11.8% lower than the U.S. average and 1.2% higher than the average for South Carolina.

Clemson, SC

Housing costs in Clemson?
A typical home costs $350,400, which is 3.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.8% more expensive than the average South Carolina home, at $259,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Clemson costs $1,110 per month, which is 22.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Clemson?
To live comfortably in Clemson, South Carolina, a minimum annual income of $66,960 for a family, and $39,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Clemson?
The cost of living in Clemson, SC is relatively low compared to many other cities in the United States. The median home value is around $211,500 and the median rent price is around $1,200 per month. The average price for a gallon of gas is roughly around $2.45, while the average price for groceries and general goods is lower than the national average. Additionally, utilities such as electric and water are quite affordable. All in all, Clemson offers a great balance between affordability and quality of life for its residents.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesClemsonSouth CarolinaUnited States
  88.289.3100.0
  99.295.8100
  109.7102.7100.0
  92.876.6100.0
  $350,400$259,900$338,100
  104.0%103.9%100.0%
  77.186.8100.0
  82.676.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

A college town with intense support for sports team. Established goals/objectives and the citizens support efforts to improve Clemson's academic and research standings  More

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Great climate compared to colds and snow of Great Lakes and Very hot plains of Texas. Noticeable changes without a severe  More

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