Cost of Living in St. Stephen, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.1
100 = national avg
-13.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,873
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,519
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing72.9
Food95.6
Transportation91.2
Healthcare96.5
Utilities92.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,630
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,787
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Stephen is 86.1, which is 13.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,873 per year to cover basic expenses.