Cost of Living in St. Matthews, SC

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10%
Overall NAT. AVG.
0%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
31%
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 St. Matthews South Carolina National
Cost of living9094100
Groceries10099100
Health care10298100
Housing6981100
Transportation9899100
Utilities104101100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9498100
Household Items10099100
Education & Childcare9898100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in St. Matthews is 4% lower than the South Carolina average
  • The cost of living in St. Matthews is 10% lower than the national average
  • St. Matthews housing is 31% 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$85,489$7,124$1,995$2,565
      Renters$24,571$2,048$573$737

      South Carolina Sales Tax

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

      South Carolina Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      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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