Cost of Living in York County, SC

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

Median Income

$80,158

Median Rent

$1,204/mo

Median Home

$287,600

Affordability

399

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,454
Property Tax$125
Insurance$96

Total Monthly$1,675
% of Income25.1%

Renting

Median Rent$1,204
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,229
% of Income18%

Living in York County, South Carolina

York County has a median household income of $80,158 with housing costs that represent 25.1% of income for owners and 18% 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.