Cost of Living in Ninety Six, SC

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13%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
39%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Ninety Six South Carolina National
Cost of living8794100
Groceries9799100
Health care9898100
Housing6181100
Transportation9799100
Utilities102101100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9598100
Household Items9999100
Education & Childcare10198100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Ninety Six is 7% lower than the South Carolina average
  • The cost of living in Ninety Six is 13% lower than the national average
  • Ninety Six housing is 39% lower than the national average
  • South Carolina general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • South Carolina state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$81,495$6,791$1,901$2,445
      Renters$53,640$4,470$1,252$1,609

      South Carolina Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      South Carolina 6% 9%

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      South Carolina 0% 6.5%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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