Cost of Living in Pickens, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
92.2
100 = national avg
-7.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,584
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,925
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing91.7
Food94.7
Transportation89.5
Healthcare95.8
Utilities95.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,221
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,339
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pickens is 92.2, which is 7.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,584 per year to cover basic expenses.