Cost of Living in Pickens, SC

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9%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
32%
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 Pickens South Carolina National
Cost of living9194100
Groceries10199100
Health care9998100
Housing6881100
Transportation9999100
Utilities104101100
Lifestyle & Entertainment10198100
Household Items9899100
Education & Childcare9898100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Pickens is 3% lower than the South Carolina average
  • The cost of living in Pickens is 9% lower than the national average
  • Pickens housing is 32% 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$74,715$6,226$1,743$2,242
      Renters$43,886$3,657$1,024$1,317

      South Carolina Sales Tax

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

      South Carolina Income Tax

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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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