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Cost of living in Colleton County, SC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,671/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 38,623 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $757 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $408 15%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $204 8%
State tax $129 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Colleton County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$705
per month
1 bedroom
$757
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,566
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Colleton County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,779
per year
Individual earnings
$35,014
per year
Per capita
$27,859
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Colleton County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$145,900
Annual property tax
$883

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Colleton 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 Colleton County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.5%

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 Colleton 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 Colleton County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
35.6 min
Drive alone
79.5%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
5.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Colleton County

What it costs to live in Colleton County each month.

Single person
$2,671
per month
  • Rent $757
  • Energy $204
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $408
  • State tax $129
Couple
$3,730
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $245
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $474
  • State tax $202
Family
$6,051
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $306
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $474
  • State tax $202

Frequently asked questions about Colleton County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Colleton County?

In Colleton County, SC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $757 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Colleton County?

In Colleton County, SC, the average household income is $48,779 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,014 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Colleton County?

The estimated cost of living in Colleton County, SC is approximately $2,671 per month for a single person, $3,730 for a couple, $6,051 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Colleton County?

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

Is Colleton County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Colleton County, SC would need approximately $2,671 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,779 per year ($4,065 per month). Colleton County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Colleton County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Colleton County, SC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Colleton County?

The average home value in Colleton County, SC is $145,900, with average annual property taxes of $883, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Colleton 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