Cost of Living in Georgetown County, SC

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

Median Income

$59,782

Median Rent

$1,046/mo

Median Home

$234,600

Affordability

368

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,186
Property Tax$90
Insurance$78

Total Monthly$1,354
% of Income27.2%

Renting

Median Rent$1,046
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,071
% of Income21%

Living in Georgetown County, South Carolina

Georgetown County has a median household income of $59,782 with housing costs that represent 27.2% of income for owners and 21% 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.