Cost of Living in Bennettsville, SC

With a cost of living index of 59, Bennettsville, SC is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 41% cheaper than the national average and 23% below the South Carolina state average of 82. Bennettsville is a smaller community of 6,798 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Bennettsville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $650 (51% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $82,700 (73% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Bennettsville is $40,889, which is 46% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Bennettsville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 63.4°F, with summers averaging 80°F and winters around 46°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches spread over roughly 123 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.