Cost of Living in Forest Acres, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.2
100 = national avg
+17.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,549
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,844
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing126.1
Food108.4
Transportation116.8
Healthcare106.7
Utilities110.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,164
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,276
per month
The overall cost of living index in Forest Acres is 117.2, which is 17.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 126.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,549 per year to cover basic expenses.