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Cost of living in Williamsburg County, SC

Estimated monthly cost
$2,602/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 30,517 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $391 15%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $204 8%
State tax $123 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Williamsburg County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$705
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,194
per month
4 bedroom
$1,364
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Williamsburg County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$43,471
per year
Individual earnings
$33,983
per year
Per capita
$24,533
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Williamsburg County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$95,100
Annual property tax
$630

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.7 min
Drive alone
83.1%
Public transit
1.1%
Work from home
5.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Williamsburg County

What it costs to live in Williamsburg County each month.

Single person
$2,602
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $204
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $391
  • State tax $123
Couple
$3,624
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $245
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $396
  • State tax $174
Family
$6,015
per month
  • Rent $1,194
  • Energy $306
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $396
  • State tax $174

Frequently asked questions about Williamsburg County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Williamsburg County?

In Williamsburg County, SC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,194 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Williamsburg County?

In Williamsburg County, SC, the average household income is $43,471 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,983 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Williamsburg County?

The estimated cost of living in Williamsburg County, SC is approximately $2,602 per month for a single person, $3,624 for a couple, $6,015 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Williamsburg County?

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

Is Williamsburg County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Williamsburg County, SC would need approximately $2,602 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $43,471 per year ($3,623 per month). Williamsburg County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Williamsburg County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg County?

The average home value in Williamsburg County, SC is $95,100, with average annual property taxes of $630, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Williamsburg 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