What it actually costs to live in
Aiken County, SC.
Living wage breakdown for Aiken County, South Carolina — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $16.41 | $34,143 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $25.60 | $53,239 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $34.35 | $71,442 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $42.91 | $89,260 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $22.16 | $46,094 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $31.44 | $65,401 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $39.88 | $82,950 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $48.13 | $100,103 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $10,090 | $841 |
| Food | $4,477 | $373 |
| Medical | $3,463 | $289 |
| Transportation | $5,178 | $432 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,116 | $176 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,673 | $223 |
| Taxes | $6,146 | $512 |
| Total | $34,143 | $2,845 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$16.41/hr
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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