Cost of Living in Laurel Bay, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.5
100 = national avg
+2.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,092
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,582
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing131.2
Food89.8
Transportation79.6
Healthcare91.9
Utilities100.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,657
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,816
per month
The overall cost of living index in Laurel Bay is 102.5, which is 2.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,092 per year to cover basic expenses.