💛 Life insurance cost in South Carolina (2026)

The estimated average is $25 per monthbelow the national average (-4% vs. the U.S. average of $26).

$25
Avg. life insurance
per month
#44
of 51 states
cheaper than avg
$26
U.S. average
per month
South
Region

South Carolina is home to about 5.4 million people, and life insurance here runs below the national average. Below, estimate a price for your own profile, then drill into your city — rates in a large metro like Charleston typically differ from smaller towns.

Estimate your life insurance in South Carolina

South Carolina life insurance estimator

Estimated$12/month

Starts from the South Carolina average. Estimate only — get quotes to confirm.

Life insurance cost in South Carolina cities

Estimated life insurance per month in major South Carolina cities.
CityPopulationEst. life insurance
Charleston155,369$25
Columbia139,698$25
North Charleston120,451$25
Greenville72,310$25

South Carolina life insurance FAQ

How much is life insurance in South Carolina?

The estimated average life insurance in South Carolina is $25 per month, which is below the national average (-4% vs. the U.S. average of $26). South Carolina ranks 44 of 51 states from most to least expensive.

Why is life insurance cheaper in South Carolina?

Life insurance pricing in South Carolina reflects local risk factors — weather and catastrophe exposure, accident/claim frequency, repair and medical costs, and state regulation. That’s why costs differ across the South.

How can I save on life insurance in South Carolina?

Compare at least three quotes from insurers active in South Carolina, bundle policies, and re-shop every year. Use the calculator above to see how your profile changes the price.

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