Cost of Living in McClellanville, SC

With a cost of living index of 117, McClellanville, SC is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 17% more expensive than the national average and 35% above the South Carolina state average of 82. McClellanville is a small community of 734 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in McClellanville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,313 (0% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $511,400 (68% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.9x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in McClellanville is $104,236, which is 39% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 15% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to McClellanville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 65.1°F, with summers averaging 79°F and winters around 50°F. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches spread over roughly 134 days.

Everyday prices in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.