Andrews, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Andrews, SC Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$230/mo
1BR Rent$800/mo
Sales Tax8%
COL Index85 (-10% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$150,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$110/mo

Santee Electric Cooperative
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$40/mo

Andrews Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Town of Andrews Sanitation Department
📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$230/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$800/mo
2 Bedrooms$950/mo
3 Bedrooms$1200/mo
Median Home Price$150,000
Property Tax Rate0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo$650

Andrews has a very affordable housing market with median home prices well below state averages. Many historic homes are available at reasonable prices.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-10% below national average

Groceries

90

Transportation

92

Healthcare

88

Childcare/mo

$650

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax8%
Property Tax Rate0.8%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + Local 1%</p>

South Carolina has progressive income tax rates from 0% to 7%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

65

Higher = safer
School Rating

5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$650/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (slow growth)
Political Climate
Strongly conservative/Red
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in manufacturing and agriculture
Top Local Concerns
Job opportunities, downtown revitalization, school quality
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit. Sidewalks exist in downtown area but not throughout town.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Andrews Town Park
  • 🎯
    Andrews Railroad Museum
  • 🎯
    Georgetown County Library Andrews Branch

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Historic downtown area offers walkability. Newer developments on town outskirts provide more space.

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📊 Andrews — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC costs can increase electric bills by 30%. Winter heating costs are moderate due to mild winters.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Andrews ZIP 29510 has county-wide millage rate of 0.8%. No local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Downtown has sidewalks but limited elsewhere. Few dedicated stroller facilities.

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