Rock Hill, SC Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Rock Hill, South Carolina?
$4,470 / month
for a family, 17.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $53,640 for the year for a family.
$3,500 / month
for a single person, 26.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $42,000 for the year for a single person.

Rock Hill cost of living score
100.4
More expensive
0.4% higher
than the US average
12.4% higher
than the South Carolina average
Rock Hill, South Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 100.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 0.4% higher than the U.S. average and 12.4% higher than the average for South Carolina.

Rock Hill, SC

Housing costs in Rock Hill?
A typical home costs $279,500, which is 17.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 7.5% more expensive than the average South Carolina home, at $259,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Rock Hill costs $1,180 per month, which is 17.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 5.9% more than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Rock Hill?
To live comfortably in Rock Hill, South Carolina, a minimum annual income of $53,640 for a family, and $42,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Rock Hill?
Rock Hill, South Carolina has a cost of living index rating slightly lower than that if the nation at 93 due mostly to low housing costs making up 32% - far below the national average 43%. Utility costs are also relatively low owing most likely to its cooler climate and cheaper sources of energy such as natural gas allowing for citizens with an affordable option while having access to similar amenities found citywide regardless where one calls home. Transportation makes up 13 percent, groceries 11%, healthcare 8% contributing further towards lower living expenses when compared with many other U.S cities .
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesRock HillSouth CarolinaUnited States
    Unlock89.3100.0
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    Unlock$259,900$338,100
  100.2  Unlock100.0
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  92.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 14 years ago

While like everywhere Rock Hill is feeling the pinch from the recession. However its close proximity to Charlotte, has meant continued growth, only at a slower  More

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