Prosperity, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Prosperity, SC Utility & Living Guide

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

Last updated: July 3, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$725/mo
Sales Tax7%
COL Index85 (-15% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$160,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Duke Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Prosperity Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$725/mo
2 Bedrooms$806/mo
3 Bedrooms$1007/mo
Median Home Price$160,000
Property Tax Rate0.57%
Avg Childcare/mo$650

The housing market in Prosperity is affordable with steady demand. Many homes feature large lots and rural charm.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-15% below national average

Groceries

88

Transportation

82

Healthcare

90

Childcare/mo

$650

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7%
Property Tax Rate0.57%
<p>State 6% + County 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

75

Higher = safer
School Rating

6/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$650/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% (growing slowly)
Political Climate
Strongly Red
Business Momentum
Low with key industries in agriculture and small manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Broadband access, road maintenance, school funding
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit. Sidewalks mainly in town center. Car required for most family transportation.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Prosperity Park
  • 🎯
    Newberry County Fair
  • 🎯
    Lake Murray

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Town center offers walkability while rural areas provide space. The Mill Village area is popular with young families.

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📊 Prosperity — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$56,622
🏠 Homeownership Rate
68.0%
🔑 Renter Rate
32.0%
📉 Poverty Rate
14.2%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.7%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC costs peak July-August. Winter heating costs are moderate with electric heat common.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Newberry County millage rate 0.57%. No local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

5/10: Decent sidewalks in town but limited elsewhere. Few dedicated stroller facilities.

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