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Edgefield, SC Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
—
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $800/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1000/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| Median Home Price | $220,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.6% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $600 |
Edgefield’s housing market is affordable with a mix of historic homes and new developments. Demand is steady but inventory can be limited.
Cost of Living
85
-10% below national average
90
80
88
$600
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.6% |
| <p>State 6% + County 1%</p> | |
South Carolina has a progressive income tax ranging from 0% to 7%.
Family & Relocation
70
6/10
$600/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit; car-dependent but sidewalks are improving in downtown areas.
- Edgefield County Park
- Discovery Center
- Living History Park
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📰 Live Local News
Property maintenance codes enforced; no short-term rental restrictions.
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Edgefield — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer AC costs can spike bills by 30%, while winter heating is minimal due to mild winters.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Edgefield County millage rate: 0.6%; no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10: Decent sidewalks downtown but limited elsewhere; parks are accessible but few dedicated stroller paths.
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