Lugoff, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Lugoff, 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$255/mo
1BR Rent$676/mo
Sales Tax8%
COL Index85 (-5% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$187,500
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Santee Electric Cooperative
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Lugoff Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Kershaw County Solid Waste
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$676/mo
2 Bedrooms$752/mo
3 Bedrooms$940/mo
Median Home Price$187,500
Property Tax Rate0.57%
Avg Childcare/mo$800

Lugoff’s housing market is stable with moderate growth. Affordable compared to nearby Columbia, attracting families and retirees.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-5% below national average

Groceries

90

Transportation

88

Healthcare

92

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax8%
Property Tax Rate0.57%
<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

70

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% (growing)
Political Climate
Red (strong Republican majority)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in manufacturing and retail
Top Local Concerns
Infrastructure, school funding, job opportunities
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; car-dependent but sidewalks are improving in newer neighborhoods.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Lugoff Community Park
  • 🎯
    Wateree River Access
  • 🎯
    Kershaw County Library

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Lakes at Camden is popular for families. Older neighborhoods near downtown offer charm but fewer amenities.

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📊 Lugoff — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$57,885
🏠 Homeownership Rate
88.4%
🔑 Renter Rate
11.6%
📉 Poverty Rate
15.1%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.6%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC costs can spike to $150/month, while winter heating stays around $80/month due to mild winters.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Kershaw County millage rate: 0.57%. No local surtaxes specific to Lugoff.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Sidewalks improving but uneven in older areas. Good park access but limited transit options.

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