Cost of Living in Mount Carmel, SC

Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data

Cost of Living Overview

Overall Index

73.8

100 = national avg

-26.2 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$32,461

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$76,725

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
40.5
Food
81.7
Transportation
143.8
Healthcare
85.4
Utilities
77.1

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$729

per month

2 Bedroom

$956

per month

The overall cost of living index in Mount Carmel is 73.8, which is 26.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 40.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,461 per year to cover basic expenses.