Senior Care in South Carolina
Explore licensed senior care options across 219 cities in South Carolina. Compare 2,715 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.
South Carolina Senior Care Cost Report
Median assisted living: $5,350/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.
South Carolina Senior Care Cost Benchmarks
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)
| Care Type | South Carolina Median | Annualized Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living Facility | $5,350/mo | $64,200/yr |
| Memory Care (Estimated) | $6,688/mo | $80,250/yr |
| In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) | $31/hr | $70,928/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Homemaker Services | $0/hr | $0/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Nursing Home (Private Room) | $9,612/mo | $115,344/yr |
| Adult Day Health Care | $72/day | $18,000/yr (5 days/wk) |
South Carolina Medicaid & State Regulation
Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across South Carolina.
State Licensing Agency
Senior care facilities, residential communities, and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.
Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the Community Choices Waiver.
Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.
Cities in South Carolina
Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026
Columbia
315 licensed providers
Greenville
194 licensed providers
Florence
128 licensed providers
Rock Hill
112 licensed providers
Spartanburg
87 licensed providers
Charleston
82 licensed providers
North Charleston
81 licensed providers
Myrtle Beach
75 licensed providers
Sumter
66 licensed providers
Anderson
59 licensed providers
Aiken
58 licensed providers
Mount Pleasant
49 licensed providers
Orangeburg
49 licensed providers
Summerville
46 licensed providers
Greer
41 licensed providers
West Columbia
38 licensed providers
Fort Mill
33 licensed providers
Greenwood
33 licensed providers
Lexington
32 licensed providers
Conway
31 licensed providers
Dillon
27 licensed providers
Easley
27 licensed providers
Simpsonville
25 licensed providers
Bluffton
24 licensed providers
Camden
22 licensed providers
Lancaster
21 licensed providers
Beaufort
20 licensed providers
Kingstree
20 licensed providers
North Augusta
20 licensed providers
Seneca
20 licensed providers
Walterboro
20 licensed providers
Gaffney
19 licensed providers
Irmo
19 licensed providers
Manning
18 licensed providers
Murrells Inlet
18 licensed providers
Ridgeland
18 licensed providers
Georgetown
17 licensed providers
Marion
17 licensed providers
Bennettsville
16 licensed providers
Blythewood
16 licensed providers
Clinton
15 licensed providers
Lake City
15 licensed providers
Little River
15 licensed providers
Loris
15 licensed providers
Chester
13 licensed providers
Goose Creek
13 licensed providers
Hartsville
13 licensed providers
Hilton Head Island
13 licensed providers
Cayce
12 licensed providers
Darlington
12 licensed providers
Hilton Head
12 licensed providers
Mauldin
12 licensed providers
Cheraw
11 licensed providers
Elgin
11 licensed providers
Ladson
11 licensed providers
Laurens
11 licensed providers
Mullins
11 licensed providers
Newberry
11 licensed providers
Piedmont
11 licensed providers
Pawleys Island
10 licensed providers
Bishopville
9 licensed providers
Hopkins
9 licensed providers
Moncks Corner
9 licensed providers
Taylors
9 licensed providers
Union
9 licensed providers
York
9 licensed providers
Chapin
8 licensed providers
Inman
8 licensed providers
Lyman
8 licensed providers
Allendale
7 licensed providers
Boiling Springs
7 licensed providers
Clemson
7 licensed providers
Hardeeville
7 licensed providers
Johnsonville
7 licensed providers
Lugoff
7 licensed providers
Okatie
7 licensed providers
Bamberg
6 licensed providers
Fountain Inn
6 licensed providers
Johns Island
6 licensed providers
North Myrtle Beach
6 licensed providers
Pageland
6 licensed providers
Port Royal
6 licensed providers
Varnville
6 licensed providers
Winnsboro
6 licensed providers
Abbeville
5 licensed providers
Barnwell
5 licensed providers
Duncan
5 licensed providers
Edgefield
5 licensed providers
Gaston
5 licensed providers
Graniteville
5 licensed providers
Hanahan
5 licensed providers
Indian Land
5 licensed providers
Saluda
5 licensed providers
Santee
5 licensed providers
St. Matthews
5 licensed providers
Wellford
5 licensed providers
Effingham
4 licensed providers
Fairfax
4 licensed providers
Holly Hill
4 licensed providers
Honea Path
4 licensed providers
Kershaw
4 licensed providers
Landrum
4 licensed providers
Pickens
4 licensed providers
Ridgeway
4 licensed providers
Tega Cay
4 licensed providers
Timmonsville
4 licensed providers
Belton
3 licensed providers
Calhoun Falls
3 licensed providers
Chesterfield
3 licensed providers
Denmark
3 licensed providers
Due West
3 licensed providers
Eastover
3 licensed providers
Hampton
3 licensed providers
Hollywood
3 licensed providers
Lake View
3 licensed providers
Latta
3 licensed providers
McColl
3 licensed providers
McCormick
3 licensed providers
Moore
3 licensed providers
Pendleton
3 licensed providers
Roebuck
3 licensed providers
Surfside Beach
3 licensed providers
Travelers Rest
3 licensed providers
Williston
3 licensed providers
Woodruff
3 licensed providers
Andrews
2 licensed providers
Aynor
2 licensed providers
Blacksburg
2 licensed providers
Blackville
2 licensed providers
Bowman
2 licensed providers
Clover
2 licensed providers
Daniel Island
2 licensed providers
Ehrhardt
2 licensed providers
Estill
2 licensed providers
Fort Lawn
2 licensed providers
Great Falls
2 licensed providers
Hemingway
2 licensed providers
James Island
2 licensed providers
Johnston
2 licensed providers
Ladys Island
2 licensed providers
Lake Wylie
2 licensed providers
Liberty
2 licensed providers
Longs
2 licensed providers
New Ellenton
2 licensed providers
Pamplico
2 licensed providers
Ridgeville
2 licensed providers
Ruffin
2 licensed providers
Salem
2 licensed providers
Scranton
2 licensed providers
Six Mile
2 licensed providers
Swansea
2 licensed providers
Walhalla
2 licensed providers
Warrenville
2 licensed providers
White Rock
2 licensed providers
Adams Run
1 licensed provider
Batesburg
1 licensed provider
Batesburg-Leesville
1 licensed provider
Belvedere
1 licensed provider
Blair
1 licensed provider
Branchville
1 licensed provider
Cades
1 licensed provider
Catawba
1 licensed provider
Central
1 licensed provider
Chesnee
1 licensed provider
Dalzell
1 licensed provider
Dorchester
1 licensed provider
Edgemoor
1 licensed provider
Eutawville
1 licensed provider
Fork
1 licensed provider
Gadsden
1 licensed provider
Garden City
1 licensed provider
Greeleyville
1 licensed provider
Greewood
1 licensed provider
Gresham
1 licensed provider
Hamer
1 licensed provider
Heath Springs
1 licensed provider
Hodges
1 licensed provider
Huger
1 licensed provider
Isle Of Palms
1 licensed provider
Iva
1 licensed provider
Lakeview
1 licensed provider
Lamar
1 licensed provider
Leesville
1 licensed provider
Marietta
1 licensed provider
Mcclellanville
1 licensed provider
Meggett
1 licensed provider
Monetta
1 licensed provider
Murrels Inlet
1 licensed provider
Nichols
1 licensed provider
Olanta
1 licensed provider
Olar
1 licensed provider
Pauline
1 licensed provider
Pelzer
1 licensed provider
Pineland
1 licensed provider
Pineville
1 licensed provider
Prosperity
1 licensed provider
Ravenel
1 licensed provider
Richburg
1 licensed provider
Rockhill
1 licensed provider
Ruby
1 licensed provider
Saint George
1 licensed provider
Saint Matthews
1 licensed provider
Saint Stephen
1 licensed provider
Seabrook
1 licensed provider
Sellers
1 licensed provider
Smoaks
1 licensed provider
St. Helena
1 licensed provider
Staint Helena Island
1 licensed provider
Summerton
1 licensed provider
Sycamore
1 licensed provider
Tillman
1 licensed provider
Townville
1 licensed provider
Trenton
1 licensed provider
Turbeville
1 licensed provider
Ware Shoals
1 licensed provider
Wedgefield
1 licensed provider
West Colimbia
1 licensed provider
West Union
1 licensed provider
Yemassee
1 licensed provider
Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed senior care facilities operate in South Carolina?
The families.care verified directory tracks 2,715 licensed senior care providers across 219 cities in South Carolina as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.
What is the cost of senior living in South Carolina?
According to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026), the median cost of assisted living in South Carolina is $5,350 per month. In-home care aides average $31 per hour, and nursing homes average $115,344 annually for private rooms.
Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in South Carolina?
Senior living facilities in South Carolina are regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.
Can South Carolina Medicaid help pay for senior care?
Yes. In South Carolina, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors who prefer living at home or in community residential settings, South Carolina offers Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the Community Choices Waiver, which cover personal care and therapy services.
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How we research and verify this information
Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.
- Cost of Care Survey (2025)Publisher: CareScout. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Skilled nursing facility coveragePublisher: Medicare.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Medicaid coverage and eligibilityPublisher: Medicaid.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- Long-term-care guidance for familiesPublisher: National Institute on Aging. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- VA pension rates (Aid & Attendance)Publisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.