Cost of Living in Rowesville, SC

With a cost of living index of 64, Rowesville, SC is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 36% cheaper than the national average and 17% below the South Carolina state average of 82. Rowesville is a small community of 406 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Rowesville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $738 (44% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $114,200 (63% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Rowesville is $28,125, which is 63% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 31% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. 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 Rowesville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 65°F, with summers averaging 81°F and winters around 49°F. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches spread over roughly 121 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.