Cost of Living in Isle of Palms, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
267.2
100 = national avg
+167.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$117,567
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$277,885
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food163.1
Transportation226.3
Healthcare150.5
Utilities197.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,630
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,787
per month
The overall cost of living index in Isle of Palms is 267.2, which is 167.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $117,567 per year to cover basic expenses.