Cost of Living in Barnwell County, SC

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

Median Income

$42,470

Median Rent

$763/mo

Median Home

$97,100

Affordability

610

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$491
Property Tax$57
Insurance$32

Total Monthly$580
% of Income16.4%

Renting

Median Rent$763
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$788
% of Income21.6%

Living in Barnwell County, South Carolina

Barnwell County has a median household income of $42,470 with housing costs that represent 16.4% of income for owners and 21.6% 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.