YORK COUNTY, S.C. — York County communities landed four spots on a new statewide list of South Carolina’s wealthiest places to live, led by Tega Cay at No. 1 and Fort Mill at No. 7, with Rock Hill and the City of York also earning Top-30 placements at Nos. 21 and 24, respectively. The rankings come from Money Inc’s “The 30 Richest Places to Live in South Carolina.”
York County’s placements
- Tega Cay — #1: The outlet cites very high household incomes, strong home values, exceptionally low poverty, and Lake Wylie amenities as key drivers.
- Fort Mill — #7: Recognized for above-average home prices and incomes, strong schools, and proximity to Charlotte’s job market with S.C. tax advantages.
- Rock Hill — #21: Noted for a median household income above the national median and steady growth, with a population just under 75,000.
- York (City) — #24: Highlighted for suburban comfort, access to Charlotte employment centers, and comparatively favorable cost of living.
Why it matters
The showing underscores York County’s region-leading economic momentum. With high-earning commuter corridors into Charlotte, expanding local amenities, and strong housing demand, the county continues to attract families and professionals seeking suburban quality of life paired with metropolitan access. Money Inc’s profiles point to education, safety, recreation, and affordability relative to neighboring North Carolina as common threads across the county’s top performers.
Editor’s note: The ranking is from Money Inc (an online business and lifestyle publication). The story was last updated October 9, 2025.
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