Bethune, SC Utility & Living Guide

⚡ Amazon Prime Day 2026

Exclusive Deals for Your New Home

🛒 Shop Prime Day Deals Now

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Tier 3 Location

Bethune, SC Utility & Living Guide

Bethune, SC offers a peaceful small-town lifestyle with a strong sense of community.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$800/mo
Sales Tax7%
COL Index85 (-15% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$150,000
🌤️ Live Weather — Bethune
Loading weather...
📷 Live Cameras — Bethune
Live camera
Live · refreshing...
⚠️ Natural Hazard History — Bethune
Loading hazard data...
💼 Calculate Your Future Retirement Income

Moving Your Assets to Bethune?

Moving to Bethune? Find out how much retirement income you could generate based on your current savings, age, and goals. Calculate Your Retirement Income → Free · Takes 2 minutes · No personal data required
💰 Budget Calculator
🔌 Utilities
🏠 Housing
📊 Cost of Living
💰 Taxes
👨‍👩‍👧 Families
🧮 Tools

Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Duke Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Bethune Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Kershaw County Solid Waste
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$800/mo
2 Bedrooms$1000/mo
3 Bedrooms$1300/mo
Median Home Price$150,000
Property Tax Rate0.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$600

Bethune’s housing market is affordable with a mix of older homes and new developments. Demand is steady but inventory is limited.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-15% below national average

Groceries

90

Transportation

88

Healthcare

95

Childcare/mo

$600

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7%
Property Tax Rate0.6%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0%</p>

South Carolina has a progressive income tax ranging from 0% to 7%.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

70

Higher = safer
School Rating

6/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$600/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in agriculture and manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Job opportunities, infrastructure, healthcare access
🚌 Transit for Families

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

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Bethune Community Park
  • 🎯
    Kershaw County Library
  • 🎯
    local farms

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Quiet residential areas near downtown are popular. Newer developments offer family-friendly amenities.

Household Budget Calculator

Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Bethune based on your household profile.

Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

No local business licenses required. Property maintenance codes enforced.

Bethune is seeing growth in small manufacturing and agriculture. Local incentives are attracting new businesses.

Financial Tools

Calculators
Planning Tools

Find Another City Guide

Search by city name or ZIP code to find utility costs, housing data and cost of living guides.

📊 Bethune — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC costs peak in July-August. Winter heating costs are lower due to mild winters.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Kershaw County millage rate: 0.6%. No local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Sidewalks in downtown area, limited park access, no transit elevators.

🏠 Planning Your Move?

Shop moving supplies, storage solutions and home essentials

🛒 Shop on Amazon — Prime Day Deals

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.