Cost of Living in Darlington County, SC

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

Median Income

$44,317

Median Rent

$804/mo

Median Home

$132,600

Affordability

485

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$670
Property Tax$48
Insurance$44

Total Monthly$762
% of Income20.6%

Renting

Median Rent$804
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$829
% of Income21.8%

Living in Darlington County, South Carolina

Darlington County has a median household income of $44,317 with housing costs that represent 20.6% of income for owners and 21.8% 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.