Is it expensive to live in South Carolina?

Compared to the rest of the country, South Carolina's cost of living is 10.7% lower than the U.S. average..

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What is the weather like in South Carolina?

May, October and April are the most pleasant months in the state of South Carolina, while July and August are the least comfortable months.

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United States / South Carolina

About South Carolina

South Carolina is a vibrant state full of southern charm. From world-renowned golf courses in Myrtle Beach to ancient ruins at Charles Towne Landing, there's something for everyone here. The cities of Columbia, Charleston and Greenville boast a trove of historical sites and cultural offerings, while the rest of the state offers ample opportunities for outdoor recreation such as biking on Folly Beach or exploring Congaree National Park.

Location Details

State: South Carolina
County: Greenville, Richland, 46 total
Metro Area: Greenville-Anderson, Columbia, 16 total
City: Charleston, Columbia, 472 total

Zip Codes: 29483, 29445, 29072, 29732, 29681, 29730, 29485, 29223, 29464, 29229, 423 total
Cost of Living: -10.7% lower

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South Carolina Cost of Living

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$259,900

Median Home Price

-30.1% lower than avg

$58,234

Median Income

-18.5% lower than avg

$1,110 /mo

Monthly rent (2br)

-28.8% lower than avg

89.3 / 100
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South Carolina Crime

46.1 / 100

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Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4

27.8 / 100
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Minimum annual income

To live comfortably in South Carolina, South Carolina

$49,680

for a family

$38,400

for a single person

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Alicia · Columbia, SC

As real as a review as you’ll ever get

Over 4 years ago

As a 20 year resident of South Carolina, I can say, that it unfortunately as a whole isn’t the hospitable, friendly, nice, safe, or the wonderful picture many people More

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Micki · Augusta, GA

THINK RETIREMENT - SAVANNAH LAKES VILLAGE

Over 4 years ago

As an adult child now absorbing responsibilities for elderly parents; options must be addressed. Cost of Living is required long-term. We discovered South Carolina's More

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bill · Travelers Rest, SC

The Upstate

Over 7 years ago

The Upstate (Greenville, Clemson, etc) is very nice ... lots to do and the weather, food and people seem to compare well to the Low More

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