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Cost of living in Lake Wylie summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lake Wylie. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around South Carolina. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lake Wylie is 121 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lake Wylie is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Lake Wylie is $570,127.
The median income in Lake Wylie is $112,097.
Lake Wylie's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lake Wylie Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lake Wylie | South Carolina | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 121 | 92 | 100 |
| Services | 94 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 97 | 96 | 100 |
| Health | 170 | 82 | 100 |
| Housing | 99 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 104 | 101 | 100 |
| Utilities | 100 | 97 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lake Wylie, SC Weather
The average high in Lake Wylie is 71.5° and the average low is 49.3°.
There are 71.2 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 43.6 inches of precipitation each year with 1.5 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lake Wylie |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 71.5 |
| Average Annual Low | 49.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 71.2 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 43.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 1.5 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Lake Wylie Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lake Wylie
The current population in Lake Wylie is 16,006. The population has increased 91.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16,006 | 5.5% |
| 2023 | 15,177 | 5.5% |
| 2022 | 14,382 | 6.1% |
| 2021 | 13,560 | -3.8% |
| 2020 | 14,091 | 9.4% |
| 2019 | 12,885 | 2.5% |
| 2018 | 12,569 | 3.3% |
| 2017 | 12,170 | 6.1% |
| 2016 | 11,472 | 6.8% |
| 2015 | 10,738 | 11.4% |
| 2014 | 9,640 | 7.8% |
| 2013 | 8,940 | -2.1% |
| 2012 | 9,135 | 5.4% |
| 2011 | 8,671 | 3.7% |
| 2010 | 8,362 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lake Wylie
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Lake Wylie is:
74.5% White with 11,928 White residents.
10.2% African American with 1,633 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
2.2% Asian with 360 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
5.1% Two Or More with 815 Two Or More residents.
7.9% Hispanic with 1,270 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lake Wylie | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 74.5% | 61.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 10.2% | 24.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.2% | 1.7% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.1% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 7.9% | 7.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lake Wylie
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Lake Wylie is 49.7% female with 7,956 female residents.
Lake Wylie is 50.3% male with 8,049 male residents.
| Gender | Lake Wylie | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lake Wylie for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Lake Wylie completed < 9th grade.
1.0% of adults in Lake Wylie completed 9-12th grade.
16.0% of adults in Lake Wylie completed high school / ged.
22.0% of adults in Lake Wylie completed some college.
12.0% of adults in Lake Wylie completed associate's degree.
30.0% of adults in Lake Wylie completed bachelor's degree.
15.0% of adults in Lake Wylie completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lake Wylie completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Lake Wylie completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lake Wylie | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 16.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 12.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 30.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 15.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lake Wylie, South Carolina
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3.2% of households in Lake Wylie earn Less than $10,000.
0.8% of households in Lake Wylie earn $10,000 to $14,999.
4.1% of households in Lake Wylie earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.3% of households in Lake Wylie earn $25,000 to $34,999.
3.4% of households in Lake Wylie earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.4% of households in Lake Wylie earn $50,000 to $74,999.
8.5% of households in Lake Wylie earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.6% of households in Lake Wylie earn $100,000 to $149,999.
15.7% of households in Lake Wylie earn $150,000 to $199,999.
23.9% of households in Lake Wylie earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lake Wylie | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.2% | 5.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.1% | 7.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.3% | 7.7% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3.4% | 11.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.4% | 17.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8.5% | 13.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.6% | 16.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.7% | 8.0% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 23.9% | 8.9% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
