Cost of Living in Pawleys Island, SC

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117%
Overall NAT. AVG.
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Groceries NAT. AVG.
393%
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 Pawleys Island South Carolina National
Cost of living21794100
Groceries10099100
Health care9798100
Housing49381100
Transportation9799100
Utilities100101100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9898100
Household Items9999100
Education & Childcare9998100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Pawleys Island is 132% higher than the South Carolina average
  • The cost of living in Pawleys Island is 117% higher than the national average
  • Pawleys Island housing is 393% higher 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$226,123$18,844$5,276$6,784
      Renters$74,211$6,184$1,731$2,227

      South Carolina Sales Tax

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      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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