Cost of Living in Saluda County, SC

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

Median Income

$51,041

Median Rent

$709/mo

Median Home

$117,800

Affordability

613

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$596
Property Tax$59
Insurance$39

Total Monthly$694
% of Income16.3%

Renting

Median Rent$709
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$734
% of Income16.7%

Living in Saluda County, South Carolina

Saluda County has a median household income of $51,041 with housing costs that represent 16.3% of income for owners and 16.7% 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.