Holly Hill, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Holly Hill, SC Utility & Living Guide

Holly Hill offers a quiet, small-town atmosphere with easy access to larger cities like Charleston and Columbia.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$800/mo
Sales Tax8%
COL Index85 (-10% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$150,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Santee Electric Cooperative
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Holly Hill Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Orangeburg County Solid Waste
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$800/mo
2 Bedrooms$950/mo
3 Bedrooms$1100/mo
Median Home Price$150,000
Property Tax Rate0.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$600

Holly Hill has affordable housing compared to nearby cities. The market is stable with a mix of older homes and new developments.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-10% below national average

Groceries

90

Transportation

95

Healthcare

88

Childcare/mo

$600

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax8%
Property Tax Rate0.6%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + Local 1%</p>

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

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

65

Higher = safer
School Rating

6/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$600/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red (strongly conservative)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics
Top Local Concerns
Infrastructure maintenance, job opportunities, school funding
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; car-dependent. Sidewalks are present in some areas but not extensive.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Holly Hill Park
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    Santee State Park
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    local community events

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown area is walkable and family-friendly. Newer subdivisions offer modern amenities and larger lots.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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No local business licenses required for home-based businesses. Property zoning is lenient.

Holly Hill is seeing growth in small manufacturing and logistics due to its proximity to I-26. Local agriculture remains a key economic driver.

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📊 Holly Hill — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC usage can double electric bills, while winter heating costs are minimal due to mild winters.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Property tax millage rate: 0.6%. No local surtaxes in Holly Hill.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Sidewalks are limited but improving. Parks are accessible but few in number.

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