Pelion, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Pelion, SC Utility & Living Guide

Pelion or Pelium is a mountain at the southeastern part of Thessaly in northern Greece, forming a hook-like peninsula between the Pagasetic Gulf and the Aegean Sea. Its highest summit, Pourianos Stavros, is 1,624 metres (5,328 ft) amsl. The EO34 national road runs through the southern portion of the

Last updated: July 3, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$699/mo
Sales Tax7%
COL Index85 (-5% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$143,800
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Dominion Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Pelion Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Lexington County Solid Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$699/mo
2 Bedrooms$777/mo
3 Bedrooms$971/mo
Median Home Price$143,800
Property Tax Rate0.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$700

Pelion’s housing market is affordable with a mix of older homes and new developments. Demand is steady but inventory is limited.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-5% below national average

Groceries

90

Transportation

95

Healthcare

88

Childcare/mo

$700

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7%
Property Tax Rate0.6%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0%</p>

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

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

75

Higher = safer
School Rating

6/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$700/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% (growing)
Political Climate
Strongly conservative with Republican majorities in local elections.
Business Momentum
Low with key industries in agriculture and small retail.
Top Local Concerns
Road maintenance, school funding, broadband access
🚌 Transit for Families

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

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Pelion Community Park
  • 🎯
    Lexington County Museum
  • 🎯
    Saluda Shoals Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Downtown Pelion offers walkability, while newer subdivisions like Pine Ridge provide larger lots. Schools are consistent across neighborhoods.

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📊 Pelion — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$54,966
🏠 Homeownership Rate
85.3%
🔑 Renter Rate
14.7%
📉 Poverty Rate
14.5%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.0%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC costs can double electric bills, while winter heating is minimal due to mild temperatures. Water usage peaks in summer for gardening.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

ZIP 29123: Property tax millage rate 0.6%, no local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Sidewalks exist in downtown but are inconsistent. Parks have good access but few dedicated stroller paths.

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