Trenton, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Trenton, SC Utility & Living Guide

Trenton, SC offers a peaceful small-town lifestyle with a strong sense of community.

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

Aiken Electric Cooperative
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Trenton Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Edgefield County Solid Waste
📶 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 Rate0.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$600

Trenton’s housing market is affordable with modest price increases. Many homes are older but well-maintained, offering good value for families.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

85

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-15% below national average

Groceries

90

Transportation

80

Healthcare

88

Childcare/mo

$600

Tax Rates

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

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

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, retail, and light manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Job opportunities, school funding, infrastructure maintenance
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; car-dependent but sidewalks exist in town center.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Trenton Community Park
  • 🎯
    Edgefield County Fair
  • 🎯
    Clark's Hill Lake

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The town center offers walkable amenities while rural areas provide larger lots. Most neighborhoods are family-friendly.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

No major local regulations beyond standard SC laws. Property maintenance codes enforced.

Trenton is seeing steady growth in small businesses. Local agriculture remains a key economic driver.

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📊 Trenton — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC use increases electric bills by 20-30%. Winter heating costs are minimal as temperatures rarely drop below freezing.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

ZIP 29847: Property tax millage rate 0.6%. No local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Decent sidewalks downtown but limited elsewhere. Good park access but few elevators in public buildings.

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