Cost of Living in Clio, SC

With a cost of living index of 55, Clio, SC is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 45% cheaper than the national average and 27% below the South Carolina state average of 82. Clio is a small community of 591 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Clio's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $542 (59% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $69,300 (77% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Clio is $28,875, which is 62% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% 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 Clio. 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.