Westminster, SC Cost of Living


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Westminster cost of living score
85.6
Less expensive
14.4% lower
than the US average
4.1% lower
than the South Carolina average
Westminster, South Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 85.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.4% lower than the U.S. average and 4.1% higher than the average for South Carolina.

Westminster, SC

Housing costs in Westminster?
A typical home costs $192,700, which is 43.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.9% less expensive than the average South Carolina home, at $259,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Westminster costs $810 per month, which is 43.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 37.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Westminster?
To live comfortably in Westminster, South Carolina, a minimum annual income of $37,080 for a family, and $24,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Westminster?
Westminster, SC is a great place to live. The cost of living is very reasonable compared to the national average, and even better compared to some other parts of South Carolina. Housing costs are especially low, with the median home value coming in at around $128,000. Monthly rent for a two-bedroom apartment is also quite affordable at about $750 per month on average. Groceries and utilities are also inexpensive in Westminster, and locals can save even more money by shopping at local farmer's markets or growing their own food. All in all, living in Westminster means that you will have more money left over each month for other expenses.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWestminsterSouth CarolinaUnited States
  85.689.3100.0
  9695.8100
  108.9102.7100.0
  53.876.6100.0
  $192,700$259,900$338,100
  104.0%103.9%100.0%
  69.986.8100.0
  87.076.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Lived in the area for 15 years. I would say if you bring your social network and employment with you, you won't miss or resent the lack of acceptance from the locals.  More

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Over 17 years ago

I've lived in this one horse county the majority of my life.... lived in Charleston, SC(3 years) and Portland, Or(briefly). It's a great place if you are hunting a  More

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