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Daufuskie Island, SC Utility & Living Guide
Daufuskie Island, located between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, is the southernmost inhabited sea island in South Carolina. It is 5 miles (8 km) long by almost 2.5 miles (4.0 km) wide – approximate surface area of 8 square miles (21 km2). With over 3 miles (5 km) of beachfront, Daufuskie is surro
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
$50/mo
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1200/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2100/mo |
| Median Home Price | $290,400 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
The housing market on Daufuskie Island is tight, with limited inventory driving prices up. Waterfront properties are highly sought after, but many homes are historic and require upkeep.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| <p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p> | |
South Carolina has a progressive income tax ranging from 0% to 7%.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited; most residents rely on golf carts or bikes, which are stroller-friendly but lack formal infrastructure.
- Bloody Point Lighthouse
- Daufuskie Island Rum Company
- Melrose Beach
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Short-term rental regulations require permits, and there are strict building codes to preserve the island’s historic character.
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📊 Daufuskie Island — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months see higher electric bills due to air conditioning, while winter costs are lower with mild temperatures reducing heating needs.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: Property tax millage rate of 1.2%, no local surtaxes specific to Daufuskie Island.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
5/10: Sidewalks are limited, but parks are accessible. Most family infrastructure is car or golf cart-dependent.
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