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Shell Point, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Beaufort County County
3.3
/5.0
B
Good
2,005
Population
500/sq mi density
$65,840
Median Income
$32,432 per capita
$233,600
Home Value
$349,503 Zillow
$1,185
Median Rent
27.7% income on rent
68°F
Avg Temperature
323 sunny days/yr
306
Violent Crime/100K
2,604 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$65,840 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$233,600 home value, $1,185/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
306 violent crimes/100K
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
93.7
Below national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$1,185
2% above US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$6,407
83% above US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$928
per month
1 Bedroom
$982
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,155
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,450
per month
4 Bedroom
$1,699
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$861/mo
$10,332/year
Toddler (Center)
$801/mo
$9,612/year
Preschool (Center)
$784/mo
$9,408/year
Infant (Family)
$596/mo
$7,152/year
Toddler (Family)
$596/mo
$7,152/year
Preschool (Family)
$577/mo
$6,924/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $234.25 |
| Specialist Visit | $327.95 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $187.40 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,061.40 |
| Dental Cleaning | $121.81 |
| Dental Filling | $234.25 |
| Root Canal | $937.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,124.40 |
| Tooth Extraction | $234.25 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,405.50 |
| Teeth Whitening | $468.50 |
| Dental Implant | $3,748.00 |
| Eye Exam | $187.40 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $327.95 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $234.25 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,342.50 per eye |
| X-Ray | $234.25 |
| MRI | $1,405.50 |
| CT Scan | $1,124.40 |
| Ultrasound | $374.80 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $140.55 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $140.55 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $70.28 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $234.25 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $163.98 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $281.10 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,342.50 |
| Mammogram | $281.10 |
| Knee Replacement | $32,795.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $29,984.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,279.50 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $23,425.00 |
| Appendectomy | $14,055.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $20,614.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $12,181.00 |
| Flu Shot | $37.48 |
| COVID Test | $93.70 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $14.06 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $234.25 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,124.40 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $42.17 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $70.28 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $281.10 |
| Tire Rotation | $37.48 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $562.20 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $187.40 |
| Transmission Repair | $2,811.00 |
| AC Repair | $468.50 |
| Windshield Replacement | $327.95 |
| Wheel Alignment | $93.70 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $187.40 |
| Alternator Replacement | $468.50 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $655.90 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $187.40 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $4.69 per mile |
| State Inspection | $28.11 |
| Emissions Test | $46.85 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $93.70 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $93.70 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $84.33 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $374.80 |
| HVAC System Install | $6,559.00 |
| Roof Repair | $937.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,433.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,342.50 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,279.50 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $187.40 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $468.50 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $163.98 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $46.85 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $140.55 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $749.60 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $187.40 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $281.10 |
| Foundation Repair | $4,685.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $28,110.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $11,244.00 |
| Flooring Install | $7.50 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $609.05 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $28.11 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,124.40 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,405.50 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $374.80 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,405.50 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,055.00 |
| DUI Defense | $4,685.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,405.50 |
| Will Preparation | $468.50 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,342.50 |
| Real Estate Closing | $1,874.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $281.10 |
| LLC Formation | $468.50 |
| Immigration Consultation | $281.10 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $2,811.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $30.92 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $23.43 |
| Women's Haircut | $51.54 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $140.55 |
| Manicure | $23.43 |
| Pedicure | $37.48 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $74.96 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $93.70 |
| Gym Membership | $46.85 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $65.59 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $14.06 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $3.75 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $234.25 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $3.84 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.28 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.56 |
| Chicken Breast | $4.22 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $5.15 per lb |
| Rice | $0.94 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.61 per lb |
| Apples | $1.69 per lb |
| Coffee | $7.03 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.28 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $9.37 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $16.87 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $56.22 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $16.87 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $5.15 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $9.37 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $14.06 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $7.96 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $23.43 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $46.85 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $131.18 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $65.59 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $65.59 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $65.59 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $60.91 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $79.65 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $32.80 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $1,874.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $187.40 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,874.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $65.59 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14.06 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $93.70 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $28.11 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $46.85 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $374.80 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,124.40 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $937.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $374.80 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $46.85 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $937.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,712.50 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $3,748.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $9,370.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $56.22 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $93.70 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $56.22 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $37.48 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $281.10 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $187.40 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $749.60 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $374.80 |
| Microchipping | $46.85 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 93.7 |
| Median Rent | $1,185 |
| Rent Burden | 27.7% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,407 |
| FMR Studio | $928 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $982 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $1,155 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $1,450 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $1,699 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $861 |
| Toddler (Center) | $801 |
| Preschool (Center) | $784 |
| Infant (Family) | $596 |
| Toddler (Family) | $596 |
| Preschool (Family) | $577 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $65,840 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,432 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,088 |