ZIP code 29845 covers Plum Branch, South Carolina in Mccormick County. This area is served by 9 utility providers across 3 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 15.2¢/kWh. 80.5% of households use electricity as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$478/month
Cost estimates from U.S. Census ACS 5-year data · Shorter bar = lower cost
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 29845?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Aiken Electric Coop Inc) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How much do utilities cost per month in 29845?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $477, which is about $94 more than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $225/month. Natural gas runs about $225. Water and sewer combined are around $28. Costs vary by home size, usage, and season. Estimates from U.S. Census ACS data.
Is electricity expensive in 29845?
Electricity costs in Plum Branch, SC are close to the national average. Compared to South Carolina overall, rates here are about 7% higher. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 29845?
Plum Branch, SC has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), CarolinaConnect Cooperative Inc (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 50 Mbps), West Carolina Rural Telephone Cooperative (Fiber up to 8,000 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 29845 in?
ZIP code 29845 is in Mccormick County, South Carolina.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Electric rates are based on 2023 NREL data. Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: April 2026.