St. Matthews, SC Cost of Living


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St. Matthews cost of living score
85.7
Less expensive
14.3% lower
than the US average
4.0% lower
than the South Carolina average
St. Matthews, South Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 85.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.3% lower than the U.S. average and 4.0% higher than the average for South Carolina.

St. Matthews, SC

Housing costs in St. Matthews?
A typical home costs $136,900, which is 59.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 47.3% less expensive than the average South Carolina home, at $259,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in St. Matthews costs $920 per month, which is 35.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 20.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford St. Matthews?
To live comfortably in St. Matthews, South Carolina, a minimum annual income of $26,280 for a family, and $32,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about St. Matthews?
The cost of living in St. Matthews, SC is quite affordable compared to the national average. The median home value is around $120,000 and the median rent stands at around $900 per month. The cost of utilities are also relatively low, with electricity averaging around $75 and natural gas coming in at about $40 monthly. Groceries and dining expenses tend to be slightly above the average for the U.S., but still within a reasonable range. Overall, it is an excellent place to live if you are looking for an affordable lifestyle in a small town atmosphere.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSt. MatthewsSouth CarolinaUnited States
  85.789.3100.0
  94.595.8100
  93.0102.7100.0
  56.576.6100.0
  $136,900$259,900$338,100
  99.1%103.9%100.0%
  90.986.8100.0
  75.676.3100.0

   100=National Average

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