Taylors, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Taylors, SC Utility & Living Guide

Taylors offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle with easy access to Greenville's amenities.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$305/mo
1BR Rent$1200/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$320,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Duke Energy
🔥 Gas

$50/mo

Piedmont Natural Gas
💧 Water

$45/mo

Greenville Water
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Greenville County Solid Waste
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms$2100/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

The Taylors housing market is competitive, with steady demand for single-family homes. Prices have risen due to proximity to Greenville and good schools.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

South Carolina has progressive income tax rates ranging from 0% to 7%.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+8% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (mix of conservative and liberal voters)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in healthcare, manufacturing, and retail
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, school funding, property taxes
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; car-dependent but sidewalks exist in newer subdivisions.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Taylors Park
  • 🎯
    Roper Mountain Science Center
  • 🎯
    Greenville Zoo

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Eastside area near Wade Hampton Blvd is popular for families. Newer developments off Pelham Road offer good schools and amenities.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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Residential zoning requires minimum lot sizes. Short-term rentals require permits.

Taylors is experiencing growth in remote workers relocating from higher-cost areas. Local businesses are benefiting from increased disposable income.

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📊 Taylors — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC usage spikes electric bills to $150+. Winter heating costs average $70 for gas heat.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

ZIP 29687 millage rate: 0.315. No local surtaxes beyond county rates.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Decent sidewalks in commercial areas but some older neighborhoods lack infrastructure. Good park access.

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