Walterboro, SC Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Walterboro, South Carolina?
$2,730 / month
for a family, 49.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $32,760 for the year for a family.
$2,300 / month
for a single person, 51.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $27,600 for the year for a single person.

Walterboro cost of living score
82.5
Less expensive
17.5% lower
than the US average
7.6% lower
than the South Carolina average
Walterboro, South Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.5% lower than the U.S. average and 7.6% higher than the average for South Carolina.

Walterboro, SC

Housing costs in Walterboro?
A typical home costs $171,600, which is 49.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.0% less expensive than the average South Carolina home, at $259,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Walterboro costs $780 per month, which is 45.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 42.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Walterboro?
To live comfortably in Walterboro, South Carolina, a minimum annual income of $32,760 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Walterboro?
The cost of living in Walterboro, SC is quite affordable. The city has an overall cost of living index of 83 which is lower than the national average. Housing costs are especially attractive, with median rent and home prices far below comparable cities. Transportation costs are also reasonable, with an average commute time of 18 minutes and a low cost of car insurance. Groceries and dining out remain relatively inexpensive as well due to the abundance of local stores and restaurants. All in all, Walterboro provides an attractive quality of life at an affordable price point for those looking to relocate to or within South Carolina.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWalterboroSouth CarolinaUnited States
    Unlock89.3100.0
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  42.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$259,900$338,100
  110.4  Unlock100.0
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  66.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 7 years ago

I have lived in many cities and I love Walterboro, SC! The weather is fantastic, you have all your seasons but a much milder version. You can have access to all of  More

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Over 7 years ago

The people from this area DO NOT LIKE OUTSIDERS!!!!!!!!Most of them will not even say hello to you if you are not from here.They are so arrogant and I  More

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I have read several negative reviews of my hometown of Walterboro. This "modern" generation of slobs seems to have a very sour view of life in general, and a deep  More

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