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South Carolina

Estimated taxes, cost of living, income and housing — scored for the goals that move your money.

Estimated data

Median income

$63.6K

household / year

Avg home price

$360K

~$2,206/mo mortgage

Cost of living

94

100 = US avg

Tax burden

7.6%

income + sales + property

Where South Carolina ranks

How this state places against all 51 states + DC.

How South Carolina scores

Wealth building37/100

Income vs cost of living and taxes — how much you keep and grow.

Homeownership54/100

How far the median income goes toward buying a home.

Young professionals42/100

Job market depth, earning power and manageable costs.

Retirement57/100

Low taxes, gentle cost of living and affordable healthcare.

Families48/100

Affordable housing, everyday costs and healthcare.

Affordability64/100

Overall cost of living — how far your dollar stretches.

Cities in South Carolina

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State figures are educational estimates and should be verified with current local sources.