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North Augusta, SC Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
—
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $872/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $969/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1211/mo |
| Median Home Price | $210,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
The housing market in North Augusta is competitive, with steady demand due to its proximity to Augusta. Prices have risen moderately over the past few years.
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, but sidewalks and parks are generally stroller-friendly.
- Riverview Park
- North Augusta Community Center
- Living History Park
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Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in North Augusta based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Residents must obtain permits for home renovations and adhere to local zoning laws.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 North Augusta — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months see higher electricity costs due to air conditioning, while winter costs are lower with milder temperatures.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates vary by district, with no local surtaxes specific to North Augusta county.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
7/10: Sidewalks are decent, parks are accessible, but transit options are limited for families.
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