South Carolina
South Carolina

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It’s hard not to crave the South Carolina life when it comes with great jobs, fun adventures and amazing cuisine.

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Get ready to pack your bags because South Carolina is bound to be your next home. Picture this: proximity to the beautiful Atlantic Ocean, hikes with family at one of the state’s nine national parks, beers with friends at one of the state’s more than 40 craft breweries and some pretty delectable cuisine – think everything from barbecue to Asian-inspired dishes – and of course, seafood. All that sounds pretty amazing, but what about jobs? Not to worry, finding a career will be easy, as the state has a thriving agribusiness industry, a large network of resources for entrepreneurs and numerous international businesses, like BMW, Volvo Cars and Boeing, setting up shop in the state.

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Quick Facts About South Carolina

Median Household Income
$68,844
Average Property Tax
$1,199
State Population
5,401,615
Sales Tax Rate
6 %
State Income Tax
1 to 7%%
Median Monthly Rent
$894

Experiences & Adventures in South Carolina

Family walking in Western SC

9 Ways to Enjoy the Outdoors in Western South Carolina

The region offers a variety of ways to have fun in the sun.

A couple ride their bicycles along the water's edge beneath the wooden pilings of the Folly Beach Pier as the morning sun slowly rises in the East.

Hidden Treasures of Travel: 6 Places to Visit this Summer

Take the road less traveled to these off-the-beaten-path summer destinations.

People outside sample beers at Palmetto Brewing in Charleston, SC.

5 Festivals You Must Visit in South Carolina

From craft brews to a literary festival and a foodie trail, visitors can strike gold at these South Carolina. 

Food Scenes in South Carolina

Women shopping at Moore's Produce Booth at the North Carolina State Farmers Market in Raleigh, North Carolina.

The Official Food of Each State in the U.S

Eat your way through America the beautiful with our guide to the official food of each state.

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6 Unique Food Trails to Explore This Fall

From festive fall favorites like apple cider to a purely pickled path, take a bite into these unique food trails around the country this fall. 

Healthy Places in South Carolina

Dr. Hongkuan Fan Ph.D.- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Dr. Joy Buie - Ph.D MSCR Post Doctoral Fellow - Neurology Both are doctors at MUSC in South Carolina.

Innovative Programs in Life Sciences Help Fuel South Carolina’s Economy

See how this cutting-edge industry is helping to drive innovation throughout the state.

South Carolina: Where to Live Now

Best places to live in South Carolina

Best Places to Live in South Carolina

Stunning scenery, Southern hospitality and thriving economies make these S.C. cities great places to live. Read on to see which ones made our list.

Columbia, SC downtown aerial view

Top 25 Best Places to Live in the Southeast

These 25 Southeastern cities each have something special to offer.

Greenville, SC

5 Reasons to Call Greenville, SC, Home

Greenville ranks among the most attractive cities in the U.S. for everyone from millennials to young professionals to retirees.

Education, Careers and Opportunity in South Carolina

Ginger Bee

Why I Started My Business in Western South Carolina, and You Should, Too

A local entrepreneur shares the benefits of launching a business in Western South Carolina.

A large fountain surrounds the entrace to the Zentrum BMW Museum which is located at the BMW Manufacturing Production Facility in Greer, South Carolina. The Zentrum recently re-opened on October 17, 2017 after nearly a year under construction.

The Palmetto State is Powering the Future

South Carolina drives electric vehicle innovation forward. 

BMW associates using the Eksobionics device in South Carolina.

Why You Should Move Your Business to South Carolina

South Carolina's strong economy and quality of life for residents draw companies from far and wide to set up shop. 

South Carolina: Love Where You Live

Farmers Market Western SC

Residents Love Living In Western South Carolina

Live, work and play happily in Western South Carolina.

There are many nicely wrapped gifts with different colored ribbons Hands of an anonymous person are putting one gift on the table. Shop local this holiday season/

The Official 2022 State-Specific Gift Guide

This year we're taking 'shop local' to the next level with the best gifts from each state to give your loved ones. 

Couple and their dog look out at the water at  Pitts Street Bridge in South Carolina.

Residents Can Have it All in South Carolina

South Carolina is the perfect place to live, work and play. 

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