Edisto Island, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Edisto Island, SC Utility & Living Guide

Living in Edisto Island offers a peaceful coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches and a tight-knit community.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$1200/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$320,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Dominion Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Edisto Beach Public Service District
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Charleston County Environmental Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms$2100/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

The housing market in Edisto Island is competitive, with demand driven by vacation homes and retirees. Prices have risen steadily due to limited inventory.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

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

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in tourism, fishing, and real estate.
Top Local Concerns
Flooding, rising home prices, limited healthcare access
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; most families rely on personal vehicles.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Edisto Beach State Park
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    Edisto Island Serpentarium
  • 🎯
    Botany Bay Plantation

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Point and Fairfield are popular for families due to proximity to schools and parks. Beachfront areas are more vacation-oriented.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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Short-term rental regulations apply; beachfront properties may have additional restrictions.

Tourism and real estate are driving economic growth in Edisto Island. Rising home values reflect increased demand for coastal properties.

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📊 Edisto Island — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC usage spikes electric bills, while winter costs are lower due to mild temperatures.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: Property tax millage rate of 1.2% for Edisto Island; no local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

5/10: Sidewalks are limited outside main areas, but parks are accessible. Transit lacks elevators.

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