Clarks Hill, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Clarks Hill, SC Utility & Living Guide

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

Last updated: July 3, 2026
Total Utilities$305/mo
1BR Rent$1200/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$320,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Aiken Electric Cooperative
🔥 Gas

$50/mo

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Clarks Hill Public Works
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms$2100/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

The housing market in Clarks Hill is stable, with moderate demand for single-family homes. Prices have risen slightly due to its proximity to Augusta, GA.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

South Carolina has a progressive income tax ranging from 0% to 7% based on income brackets.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in tourism, retail, and small-scale manufacturing.
Top Local Concerns
Infrastructure maintenance, school funding, lake water quality
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; most families rely on personal vehicles. Sidewalks are sparse outside downtown.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Clarks Hill Park
  • 🎯
    Lake Thurmond
  • 🎯
    Hickory Knob State Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Lakeview area is popular for families due to its proximity to schools and parks. Downtown offers walkable amenities but has fewer family-sized homes.

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📊 Clarks Hill — Census & Demographic Data

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

🏠 Homeownership Rate
100.0%
🔑 Renter Rate
0.0%
📉 Poverty Rate
41.0%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC usage can spike electric bills by 20-30%. Winter heating costs are lower due to mild temperatures.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: Property tax millage rate of 1.2% with no local surtaxes specific to Clarks Hill.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

5/10: Sidewalks are limited, but parks are accessible. Few elevators in public buildings.

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