Cost of Living in St. Charles, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.7
100 = national avg
-12.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,584
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,199
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.1
Food74.1
Transportation48.2
Healthcare79.3
Utilities90.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$687
per month
2 Bedroom
$902
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Charles is 87.7, which is 12.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,584 per year to cover basic expenses.