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Cost of living in Edgefield County, SC

Part of the Augusta Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,018/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 26,508 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,039 34%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $457 15%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $318 11%
Energy $204 7%
State tax $145 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Edgefield County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$868
per month
1 bedroom
$1,039
per month
2 bedroom
$1,175
per month
3 bedroom
$1,545
per month
4 bedroom
$1,890
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Edgefield County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,092
per year
Individual earnings
$38,002
per year
Per capita
$32,802
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Edgefield County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$194,300
Annual property tax
$877

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Edgefield 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 Edgefield County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.8%

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 Edgefield 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 Edgefield County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.8 min
Drive alone
81.0%
Public transit
1.6%
Work from home
6.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Edgefield County

What it costs to live in Edgefield County each month.

Single person
$3,018
per month
  • Rent $1,039
  • Energy $204
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $457
  • State tax $145
Couple
$4,364
per month
  • Rent $1,175
  • Energy $245
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $768
  • State tax $300
Family
$6,864
per month
  • Rent $1,545
  • Energy $306
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $768
  • State tax $300

Frequently asked questions about Edgefield County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Edgefield County?

In Edgefield County, SC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,039 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,175 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,545 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Edgefield County?

In Edgefield County, SC, the average household income is $67,092 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,002 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Edgefield County?

The estimated cost of living in Edgefield County, SC is approximately $3,018 per month for a single person, $4,364 for a couple, $6,864 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Edgefield County?

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

Is Edgefield County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Edgefield County, SC would need approximately $3,018 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,092 per year ($5,591 per month). Edgefield County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Edgefield County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Edgefield County, SC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Edgefield County?

The average home value in Edgefield County, SC is $194,300, with average annual property taxes of $877, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Edgefield County compare to other areas?

You can compare Edgefield County, SC with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Edgefield County is in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.

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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