Cost of Living in Piedmont, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.5
100 = national avg
-16.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,746
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,855
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.3
Food89.7
Transportation79.3
Healthcare91.7
Utilities89.9
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 Piedmont is 83.5, which is 16.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,746 per year to cover basic expenses.