Early Branch, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Early Branch, SC Utility & Living Guide

Early Branch offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with easy access to larger cities.

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$180,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Palmetto Electric Cooperative
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Hampton County Water District
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Hampton 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$1200/mo
Median Home Price$180,000
Property Tax Rate0.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$600

Affordable housing market with mostly single-family homes. Limited inventory but prices are stable.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-15% below national average

Groceries

90

Transportation

80

Healthcare

88

Childcare/mo

$600

Tax Rates

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

South Carolina income tax rates range from 0% to 7% based on income.

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 slowly)
Political Climate
Strongly conservative
Business Momentum
Low with key industries in agriculture and small retail
Top Local Concerns
Job opportunities, broadband access, road maintenance
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit. Car-dependent but low traffic.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Local parks
  • 🎯
    Hampton County Library
  • 🎯
    nearby hunting/fishing spots

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Quiet rural areas with large lots are preferred. No formal neighborhoods.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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No local business taxes. Minimal zoning restrictions.

Early Branch is seeing growth in remote workers. Local agriculture remains the economic backbone.

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📊 Early Branch — 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 is minimal due to mild winters.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

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

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

5/10: Limited sidewalks but low traffic and open spaces.

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