Clemson, SC vs Lyman, SC

Lyman is moderately more affordable than Clemson, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Clemson scores 92 compared to 86 for Lyman, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clemson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clemson is $972/month compared to $1,157/month in Lyman — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Clemson has cheaper rent, Lyman actually has lower median home values ($239,800 vs $359,100).

Median household income in Clemson is $49,713 compared to $69,688 in Lyman (-28.7%). Lyman offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clemson spend roughly 23.5% of their income on rent, more than the 19.9% in Lyman.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (61.4°F vs 61.3°F). Lyman receives more rainfall at 49.7" per year compared to 49" in Clemson.