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Cost of living in Barnwell County, SC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,629/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 20,565 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $411 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $204 8%
State tax $130 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Barnwell County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$705
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,169
per month
4 bedroom
$1,237
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Barnwell County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$41,800
per year
Individual earnings
$35,214
per year
Per capita
$26,141
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Barnwell County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$97,200
Annual property tax
$717

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Barnwell 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 Barnwell County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.8%

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 Barnwell 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 Barnwell County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.5 min
Drive alone
81.1%
Public transit
2.4%
Work from home
3.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Barnwell County

What it costs to live in Barnwell County each month.

Single person
$2,629
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $204
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $411
  • State tax $130
Couple
$3,590
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $245
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $371
  • State tax $165
Family
$5,956
per month
  • Rent $1,169
  • Energy $306
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $371
  • State tax $165

Frequently asked questions about Barnwell County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Barnwell County?

In Barnwell County, SC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,169 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Barnwell County?

In Barnwell County, SC, the average household income is $41,800 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,214 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Barnwell County?

The estimated cost of living in Barnwell County, SC is approximately $2,629 per month for a single person, $3,590 for a couple, $5,956 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Barnwell County?

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

Is Barnwell County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Barnwell County, SC would need approximately $2,629 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $41,800 per year ($3,483 per month). Barnwell County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Barnwell County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Barnwell County, SC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Barnwell County?

The average home value in Barnwell County, SC is $97,200, with average annual property taxes of $717, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Barnwell 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