Cost of Living in Surfside Beach, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
126.5
100 = national avg
+26.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,660
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$131,559
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing155.5
Food106.7
Transportation113.4
Healthcare105.4
Utilities115.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,229
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,465
per month
The overall cost of living index in Surfside Beach is 126.5, which is 26.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 155.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,660 per year to cover basic expenses.