Irmo, SC vs North Augusta, SC

North Augusta is moderately more affordable than Irmo, with a 10.3% lower cost of living index. Irmo scores 91 compared to 83 for North Augusta, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Irmo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Irmo is $1,412/month compared to $1,080/month in North Augusta — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while North Augusta has cheaper rent, Irmo actually has lower median home values ($193,100 vs $220,500).

Median household income in Irmo is $85,137 compared to $90,132 in North Augusta (-5.5%). North Augusta offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Irmo spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 14.4% in North Augusta.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64.3°F vs 67.1°F). Irmo receives more rainfall at 45.2" per year compared to 44.8" in North Augusta.