Cost of Living in Pawleys Island, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
235.5
100 = national avg
+135.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$103,630
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$244,944
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food140.8
Transportation103.2
Healthcare132.6
Utilities184.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$918
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,204
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pawleys Island is 235.5, which is 135.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $103,630 per year to cover basic expenses.