Lyman, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Lyman, 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$1022/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$229,500
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Duke Energy
🔥 Gas

$50/mo

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Lyman Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1022/mo
2 Bedrooms$1136/mo
3 Bedrooms$1420/mo
Median Home Price$229,500
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

The housing market in Lyman is competitive, with steady demand due to its proximity to Spartanburg. Prices have risen moderately over the past few years.

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 rate ranging from 0% to 7%.

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 manufacturing and retail
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, school funding, infrastructure maintenance
🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited; most families rely on personal vehicles.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Lyman Town Park
  • 🎯
    Spartanburg Science Center
  • 🎯
    Hatcher Garden

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Meadows and Oak Ridge are popular for families due to their quiet streets and proximity to schools.

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📊 Lyman — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$76,723
🏠 Homeownership Rate
91.1%
🔑 Renter Rate
8.9%
📉 Poverty Rate
6.5%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.8%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer months see higher electric bills due to air conditioning, while winter heating costs are minimal.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates, any local surtaxes specific to Lyman county

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Sidewalks are present in newer neighborhoods, but older areas lack consistent infrastructure.

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