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Cost of Living in Unity, SC

Population: 655 | South Carolina

99
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Unity is 1% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
100
Home Values
97
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Unity, SC: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 99, Unity, SC is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% cheaper than the national average and 17% above the South Carolina state average of 82. Unity is a small community of 655 residents.

The median household income in Unity is $37,037, which is 51% lower than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Unity. The area sees an average annual temperature of 61.2°F, with summers averaging 78°F and winters around 44°F. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches spread over roughly 113 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

Everyday prices in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-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.

Income

Median Household Income
$37,037
vs US Median ($75,149)
-51%

Housing

Median Monthly Housing Cost
$608/mo

Everyday Prices in Unity

BLS Average Prices for the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.96
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🥚
$2.42
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-3% vs US
🥛
$3.89
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🍞
$1.79
Bread (white)
per lb
-3% vs US
🍗
$4.00
Chicken breast
per lb
-3% vs US
$0.16
Electricity
per kWh
-15% vs US

Climate in Unity

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

61.2°F
Avg Temperature
37.9"
Rainfall / Year
113d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 53 57 64 73 80 87 91 89 83 73 63 55
Avg °F 42 46 53 61 69 76 80 78 72 62 51 45
Low °F 32 35 41 49 57 65 69 68 62 50 40 34
Rain" 3.0 2.8 3.2 2.9 2.9 3.7 3.6 3.8 3.2 3.0 2.9 3.0

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