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Cost of living in Bamberg County, SC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,475/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,164 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $318 13%
Federal tax $295 12%
Energy $204 8%
State tax $92 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Bamberg County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$705
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,301
per month
4 bedroom
$1,305
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bamberg County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$43,206
per year
Individual earnings
$28,116
per year
Per capita
$22,182
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bamberg County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$96,000
Annual property tax
$796

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bamberg 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 Bamberg County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.3%

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 Bamberg 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 Bamberg County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.4 min
Drive alone
78.0%
Public transit
2.2%
Work from home
8.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bamberg County

What it costs to live in Bamberg County each month.

Single person
$2,475
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $204
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $295
  • State tax $92
Couple
$3,619
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $245
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $392
  • State tax $173
Family
$6,117
per month
  • Rent $1,301
  • Energy $306
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $392
  • State tax $173

Frequently asked questions about Bamberg County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bamberg County?

In Bamberg County, SC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,301 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bamberg County?

In Bamberg County, SC, the average household income is $43,206 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,116 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bamberg County?

The estimated cost of living in Bamberg County, SC is approximately $2,475 per month for a single person, $3,619 for a couple, $6,117 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bamberg County?

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

Is Bamberg County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bamberg County, SC would need approximately $2,475 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $43,206 per year ($3,601 per month). Bamberg County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bamberg County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bamberg County, SC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bamberg County?

The average home value in Bamberg County, SC is $96,000, with average annual property taxes of $796, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bamberg 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