Cost of Living in Fairfax, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
67.2
100 = national avg
-32.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,579
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$69,913
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing55.7
Food81.6
Transportation63.2
Healthcare85.3
Utilities80.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$823
per month
2 Bedroom
$902
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fairfax is 67.2, which is 32.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 55.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,579 per year to cover basic expenses.