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Lake City, SC

Looking to move to Lake City, SC? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Lake City, SC is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Lake City, SC has a population of 4954. What about cost of living in Lake City, SC? The median income in Lake City, SC is $47,876 and the median home value is $154,564.

Read on to learn more about Lake City, SC, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Lake City, SC

Average Temperatures

77 high / 51 low

Average Annual Rainfall

46 in

Average Annual Snowfall

1 in

Quick Facts about Lake City, South Carolina

Median Home Value
$154,564
Median Property Tax
$2,030
Total Population
4,954
Average Commute
15 min
Median Household Income
$47,876
Median Monthly Rent
$520

Map of Lake City, SC


Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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