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Cost of living in Dillon County, SC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,588/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 28,031 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $749 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $351 14%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $204 8%
State tax $111 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Dillon County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$744
per month
1 bedroom
$749
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,230
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dillon County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$44,038
per year
Individual earnings
$31,558
per year
Per capita
$23,016
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dillon County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$84,400
Annual property tax
$425

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dillon 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 Dillon County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.6%

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 Dillon 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 Dillon County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.1 min
Drive alone
79.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dillon County

What it costs to live in Dillon County each month.

Single person
$2,588
per month
  • Rent $749
  • Energy $204
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $351
  • State tax $111
Couple
$3,635
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $245
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $404
  • State tax $177
Family
$6,062
per month
  • Rent $1,230
  • Energy $306
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $404
  • State tax $177

Frequently asked questions about Dillon County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dillon County?

In Dillon County, SC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $749 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,230 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dillon County?

In Dillon County, SC, the average household income is $44,038 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,558 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dillon County?

The estimated cost of living in Dillon County, SC is approximately $2,588 per month for a single person, $3,635 for a couple, $6,062 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dillon County?

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

Is Dillon County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dillon County, SC would need approximately $2,588 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $44,038 per year ($3,670 per month). Dillon County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Dillon County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dillon County, SC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dillon County?

The average home value in Dillon County, SC is $84,400, with average annual property taxes of $425, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dillon 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