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Abbeville, SC Utility & Living Guide
Abbeville is a city and county seat of Abbeville County, in the U.S. state of South Carolina. It is located 86 miles (138 km) west of Columbia and 45 miles (72 km) south of Greenville. As of the 2020 census, Abbeville had a population of 4,874. Settled by French Huguenot settlers, it was named, alon
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
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$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $650/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $850/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1100/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.57% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $600 |
Abbeville’s housing market is affordable with historic homes and new developments. Prices are below state averages, attracting retirees and first-time buyers.
Cost of Living
85
-15% below national average
90
80
95
$600
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.57% |
| <p>State 6% + County 1% + City 1%</p> | |
South Carolina has progressive income tax rates from 0% to 7%.
Family & Relocation
70
6/10
$600/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit; car-dependent but sidewalks in downtown area.
- Abbeville Opera House
- Burt-Stark Mansion
- McGowan-Barksdale Field
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No special local taxes; standard SC building codes apply.
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📊 Abbeville — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer AC costs peak around $150/month, while winter heating (electric) averages $100/month due to mild winters.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Abbeville County millage rate: 0.57%; no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10: Good downtown sidewalks but limited park access; few elevators in historic buildings.
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