Edgefield, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Edgefield, SC Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$800/mo
Sales Tax7%
COL Index85 (-10% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$220,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Duke Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Edgefield County Water & Sewer Authority
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Edgefield 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$220,000
Property Tax Rate0.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$600

Edgefield’s housing market is affordable with a mix of historic homes and new developments. Demand is steady but inventory can be limited.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-10% 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 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 slowly)
Political Climate
Strongly conservative
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism
Top Local Concerns
Broadband access, road maintenance, job opportunities
🚌 Transit for Families

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

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Edgefield County Park
  • 🎯
    Discovery Center
  • 🎯
    Living History Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Downtown Edgefield offers walkability and historic charm, while newer subdivisions like Oak Ridge provide modern amenities.

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📊 Edgefield — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC costs can spike bills by 30%, while winter heating is minimal due to mild winters.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Edgefield County millage rate: 0.6%; no local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Decent sidewalks downtown but limited elsewhere; parks are accessible but few dedicated stroller paths.

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