Elgin town (Kershaw County), SC Cost of Living


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Elgin town (Kershaw County) cost of living score
82.9
Less expensive
17.1% lower
than the US average
7.2% lower
than the South Carolina average
Elgin town (Kershaw County), South Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.1% lower than the U.S. average and 7.2% higher than the average for South Carolina.

Elgin town (Kershaw County), SC

Housing costs in Elgin town (Kershaw County)?
A typical home costs $186,900, which is 44.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.1% less expensive than the average South Carolina home, at $259,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Elgin town (Kershaw County) costs $1,230 per month, which is 14.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 9.8% more than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Elgin town (Kershaw County)?
To live comfortably in Elgin town (Kershaw County), South Carolina, a minimum annual income of $35,640 for a family, and $42,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Elgin town (Kershaw County)?
The cost of living in Elgin town, SC is comparatively low. Housing costs are affordable and the average cost for a three bedroom home is under $180,000. Other costs such as groceries, utilities and taxes are also reasonable. The unemployment rate in the area is well below the national average, making it an attractive option for families looking to save money and enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle. Additionally, there are several major employers in the area that provide competitive wages to their employees.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesElgin town (Kershaw County)South CarolinaUnited States
  82.989.3100.0
  97.595.8100
  108.3102.7100.0
  55.176.6100.0
  $186,900$259,900$338,100
  102.5%103.9%100.0%
  99.086.8100.0
  80.276.3100.0

   100=National Average

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