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Cost of living in Pickens County, SC

Part of the Greenville Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,029/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 132,604 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,180 39%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $359 12%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $318 10%
Energy $204 7%
State tax $113 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Pickens County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,136
per month
1 bedroom
$1,180
per month
2 bedroom
$1,306
per month
3 bedroom
$1,599
per month
4 bedroom
$1,911
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pickens County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,411
per year
Individual earnings
$32,027
per year
Per capita
$33,075
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pickens County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$216,000
Annual property tax
$821

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pickens 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 Pickens County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.9%

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 Pickens 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 Pickens County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.1 min
Drive alone
78.2%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
9.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pickens County

What it costs to live in Pickens County each month.

Single person
$3,029
per month
  • Rent $1,180
  • Energy $204
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $359
  • State tax $113
Couple
$4,328
per month
  • Rent $1,306
  • Energy $245
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $642
  • State tax $259
Family
$6,751
per month
  • Rent $1,599
  • Energy $306
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $642
  • State tax $259

Frequently asked questions about Pickens County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pickens County?

In Pickens County, SC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,180 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,306 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,599 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pickens County?

In Pickens County, SC, the average household income is $59,411 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,027 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pickens County?

The estimated cost of living in Pickens County, SC is approximately $3,029 per month for a single person, $4,328 for a couple, $6,751 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pickens County?

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

Is Pickens County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pickens County, SC would need approximately $3,029 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,411 per year ($4,951 per month). Pickens County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pickens County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pickens County, SC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pickens County?

The average home value in Pickens County, SC is $216,000, with average annual property taxes of $821, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pickens County compare to other areas?

You can compare Pickens County, SC with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pickens County is in the Greenville-Anderson-Greer, 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