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Cost of living in Allendale County, SC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,676/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,738 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $347 13%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $204 8%
State tax $109 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Allendale County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$705
per month
1 bedroom
$843
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,281
per month
4 bedroom
$1,286
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Allendale County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$31,603
per year
Individual earnings
$31,284
per year
Per capita
$23,057
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Allendale County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$61,600
Annual property tax
$542

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Allendale County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$168
per month · 15.3¢/kWh
Natural gas
$36
per month
Annual total
$2,448
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Allendale County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.2%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Allendale County

State and local tax rates for South Carolina.

State income tax
6.4%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
7.4%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Allendale County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
37.7 min
Drive alone
83.5%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
2.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Allendale County

What it costs to live in Allendale County each month.

Single person
$2,676
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $204
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $347
  • State tax $109
Couple
$3,386
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $245
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $221
  • State tax $111
Family
$5,864
per month
  • Rent $1,281
  • Energy $306
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $221
  • State tax $111

Frequently asked questions about Allendale County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Allendale County?

In Allendale County, SC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,281 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Allendale County?

In Allendale County, SC, the average household income is $31,603 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,284 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Allendale County?

The estimated cost of living in Allendale County, SC is approximately $2,676 per month for a single person, $3,386 for a couple, $5,864 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Allendale County?

The combined sales tax rate in Allendale County, SC is 7.44%, which includes the South Carolina state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 1.44%.

Is Allendale County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Allendale County, SC would need approximately $2,676 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $31,603 per year ($2,634 per month). Allendale County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Allendale County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Allendale County, SC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Allendale County?

The average home value in Allendale County, SC is $61,600, with average annual property taxes of $542, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Allendale County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources