Cost of Living in Dorchester County, SC
Population 167,201 · Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates
The median rent in Dorchester County, SC is $1,463/month, 24% higher than the South Carolina median and 4% higher than the U.S. median. The median home value is $329,300, about the same as the national median. Households earn a median of $78,198 a year, 13% higher than the state median.
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Dorchester County vs. South Carolina vs. U.S.
| Dorchester County | South Carolina | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,463 | $1,180 | $1,413 |
| Median home value | $329,300 | $259,000 | $332,700 |
| Median household income | $78,198 | $69,324 | $80,734 |
| Homeownership rate | 75.5% | 71.9% | 65.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 29.8% | 32.1% | 35.7% |
| Poverty rate | 11.4% | 14.1% | 12.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.9% | 4.9% | 5.2% |
| Work from home | 11.2% | 11.5% | 15.1% |
| Median age | 38.0 | 40.2 | 38.9 |
FAQ
What is the average rent in Dorchester County, SC?
The median gross rent in Dorchester County, SC is $1,463 per month (ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate).
How much do I need to earn to live in Dorchester County, SC?
Using the common 30% rule, renting a median-priced home takes about $58,520 a year in gross income.
Is Dorchester County, SC expensive to live in?
Rent there is 4% higher than the U.S. median, and the median home costs about 4.2 times the median household income.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Estimates have margins of error, especially for smaller places. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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