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Saint Matthews, 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 | $150,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.6% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $600 |
The housing market in Saint Matthews is affordable with a mix of historic homes and newer developments. Demand is steady but inventory can be limited.
Cost of Living
85
-15% below national average
90
80
95
$600
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.6% |
| <p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0%</p> | |
South Carolina has a progressive income tax ranging from 0% to 7% based on income brackets.
Family & Relocation
70
7/10
$600/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit options; most families rely on personal vehicles.
- Saint Matthews Community Park
- Calhoun County Museum
- local library events
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Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Saint Matthews based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Residents must obtain permits for home renovations. Short-term rentals require a business license.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- 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
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Saint Matthews — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs peak in summer due to air conditioning use. Winter heating costs are lower as many homes rely on electric heating.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rate of 0.6%, no local surtaxes specific to Saint Matthews county
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10: Sidewalks are present in downtown areas but uneven. Parks are accessible but transit options are limited.
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