Cost of Living in Sullivan's Island, SC

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212%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
711%
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 Sullivan's Island South Carolina National
Cost of living31294100
Groceries9799100
Health care10098100
Housing81181100
Transportation10299100
Utilities101101100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9698100
Household Items10199100
Education & Childcare9398100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Sullivan's Island is 234% higher than the South Carolina average
  • The cost of living in Sullivan's Island is 212% higher than the national average
  • Sullivan's Island housing is 711% 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$228,706$19,059$5,336$6,862
      Renters$147,750$12,313$3,447$4,433

      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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      Sullivan's Island, SC2,226312212.2%

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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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