Arcadia, SC vs Hartsville, SC

Hartsville is moderately more affordable than Arcadia, with a 6.1% lower cost of living index. Arcadia scores 76 compared to 72 for Hartsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Arcadia can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Arcadia is $1,181/month compared to $834/month in Hartsville — a 42% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hartsville has cheaper rent, Arcadia actually has lower median home values ($103,800 vs $188,800).

Median household income in Arcadia is $37,574 compared to $47,720 in Hartsville (-21.3%). Hartsville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Arcadia spend roughly 37.7% of their income on rent, more than the 21% in Hartsville. The Hartsville ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, Hartsville is notably warmer with an average of 64.7°F compared to 61.3°F in Arcadia. Arcadia receives more rainfall at 49.7" per year compared to 45.3" in Hartsville.