Cost of Living in Anderson County, SC

What does it cost to live in Anderson County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$62,347

Median Rent

$904/mo

Median Home

$189,400

Affordability

473

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$958
Property Tax$77
Insurance$63

Total Monthly$1,098
% of Income21.1%

Renting

Median Rent$904
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$929
% of Income17.4%

Living in Anderson County, South Carolina

Anderson County has a median household income of $62,347 with housing costs that represent 21.1% of income for owners and 17.4% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.