Cost of Living in Horry County, SC

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

Median Income

$59,880

Median Rent

$1,128/mo

Median Home

$235,000

Affordability

374

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,188
Property Tax$69
Insurance$78

Total Monthly$1,335
% of Income26.8%

Renting

Median Rent$1,128
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,153
% of Income22.6%

Living in Horry County, South Carolina

Horry County has a median household income of $59,880 with housing costs that represent 26.8% of income for owners and 22.6% 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.