Hollywood, SC vs Tega Cay, SC

Hollywood is moderately more affordable than Tega Cay, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Hollywood scores 107 compared to 114 for Tega Cay, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tega Cay can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hollywood is $1,142/month compared to $1,307/month in Tega Cay — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hollywood is more affordable at $450,400 median vs $494,500.

Median household income in Hollywood is $77,415 compared to $141,037 in Tega Cay (-45.1%). While Tega Cay is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hollywood spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, more than the 11.1% in Tega Cay.

Climate-wise, Hollywood is notably warmer with an average of 66.5°F compared to 61°F in Tega Cay. Hollywood receives more rainfall at 52.5" per year compared to 42.4" in Tega Cay.