Laurel Bay, SC Economy


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Laurel Bay, SC is an attractive location for those looking for a more affordable lifestyle. The average two bedroom rent in the area is $1,290 compared to the US average of $1,430, making it a great choice for budget conscious renters. Additionally, the grocery cost index in Laurel Bay is less than the national average at 99 versus 100. There are many local companies including M&K Trucking Co., Marine Corps Recruiting Station and Ithaca Farms that offer quality services and products to the residents of Laurel Bay.

Laurel Bay has an unemployment rate of 4.1%. The US average is 6.0%.

Laurel Bay has seen the job market decrease by -3.1% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 38.3%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Laurel Bay
- The Sales Tax Rate for Laurel Bay is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Laurel Bay is 7.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Laurel Bay
- The average income of a Laurel Bay resident is $21,531 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Laurel Bay resident is $46,786 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyLaurel Bay, South CarolinaUnited States
  4.16
  -3.1%-6.2%
  38.3%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  7.0%4.6%
  $21,531$37,638
  $46,786$69,021
  $51,566$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.7%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  3.4%6.8%
  6.3%10.0%
  0.0%2.5%
  17.5%11.0%
  2.1%4.8%
  3.6%0.8%
  1.2%1.9%
  2.2%4.7%
  0.5%1.9%
  1.5%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  6.9%4.2%
  7.2%9.3%
  18.0%14.0%
  1.2%2.1%
  11.0%7.0%
  5.4%4.8%
  11.5%4.7%
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