Scranton, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Scranton, SC Utility & Living Guide

Scranton, SC offers a peaceful small-town lifestyle with close-knit community vibes.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$800/mo
Sales Tax7%
COL Index85 (15% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$150,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Duke Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Scranton Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$800/mo
2 Bedrooms$1000/mo
3 Bedrooms$1200/mo
Median Home Price$150,000
Property Tax Rate0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo$600

Affordable housing market with steady demand. Limited inventory of newer homes, but plenty of historic properties available.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

15% below national average

Groceries

82

Transportation

78

Healthcare

88

Childcare/mo

$600

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7%
Property Tax Rate0.8%
<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

70

Higher = safer
School Rating

6/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$600/mo

City Pulse

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

Limited public transit options; car-dependent community with basic sidewalk infrastructure.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Scranton Community Park
  • 🎯
    Local Library
  • 🎯
    Annual County Fair

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Quiet residential areas near the town center are popular. Some families prefer outskirts for larger lots.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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No local income tax. Property taxes are relatively low compared to national averages.

Scranton is seeing growth in small manufacturing businesses. The local economy remains stable with a focus on agriculture and light industry.

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📊 Scranton — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC usage can increase electric bills by 20-30%. Winter heating costs are minimal due to mild winters.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Scranton ZIP 29591: Property tax millage rate of 0.8% with no additional local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

5/10: Basic sidewalks in town center, limited park access, no elevator transit options

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