Seabrook, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Seabrook, SC Utility & Living Guide

Seabrook offers a peaceful coastal lifestyle with a tight-knit community feel.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$255/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

Dominion Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Seabrook Water District
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Beaufort County Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/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

Seabrook’s housing market is competitive with limited inventory. Waterfront properties command premium prices while inland homes are more affordable.

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% + Local 0.5%</p>

South Carolina has progressive income tax rates from 0%-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
+8% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (competitive elections)
Business Momentum
Moderate with tourism and fishing industries
Top Local Concerns
Flooding, infrastructure, housing costs
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit. Sidewalks exist in town center but not all neighborhoods.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Seabrook Beach
  • 🎯
    Coastal Discovery Museum
  • 🎯
    Hunting Island State Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Point offers waterfront living while Seabrook Landing has newer construction. Both have good school access.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

Short-term rental restrictions in some neighborhoods. No plastic bag ban.

Tourism drives seasonal economic spikes. Remote work migration is increasing demand for housing.

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📊 Seabrook — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC costs can double electric bills. Winter heating costs are minimal due to mild climate.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

29940 ZIP has 1.2% property tax rate. No local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Decent sidewalks downtown but limited elsewhere. Few elevators in public buildings.

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