Augusta metro, GA–SC relocation guide
Moving to Monetta, SC
About Monetta
Monetta (population about 200) is a tiny town straddling the Aiken–Saluda county line, famous across the region for The Big Mo — a three-screen drive-in movie theater at 5822 Columbia Highway N, operating since 1951 (verified via thebigmo.com and 2026 news coverage of its 75th anniversary). The town itself is a quiet rural crossroads; the drive-in is the destination.
Home prices in Monetta
Home prices in Monetta vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Monetta
- The Big Mo drive-in theater — three screens, open since 1951 (shown in the Commons photo below if available).
- Rural farmland and peach orchards of the Ridge region.
- Aiken (~25–30 minutes) for dining and services.
Commuting from Monetta
- Approximate drive to downtown Augusta: 45–50 minutes via US-1/178.
- Approximate drive to Aiken: 25–30 minutes.
Schools in Monetta
Public schools: Aiken County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Monetta FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Monetta, SC?
Home prices in Monetta vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Monetta, SC?
Approximate drive to downtown Augusta: 45–50 minutes via US-1/178. - Which school district serves Monetta, SC?
Monetta is served by Aiken County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.