Hampton, SC vs McBee, SC

McBee is moderately more affordable than Hampton, with a 9.1% lower cost of living index. Hampton scores 73 compared to 67 for McBee, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hampton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hampton is $818/month compared to $950/month in McBee — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hampton has cheaper rent, McBee actually has lower median home values ($89,900 vs $179,700).

Median household income in Hampton is $45,809 compared to $59,500 in McBee (-23%). McBee offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hampton spend roughly 21.4% of their income on rent, more than the 19.2% in McBee.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (67.2°F vs 64.7°F). McBee receives more rainfall at 45.3" per year compared to 45" in Hampton.