Abbeville, SC
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Abbeville, SC
At a Glance
How Abbeville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Abbeville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Abbeville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Abbeville residents earn a median household income of $38,983 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,729. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 444 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Abbeville is $108,500 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $219,789. Median rent is $575/month, with 25.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Abbeville reports 370 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 3% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,316/100K.
Education
14.9% of adults in Abbeville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 84.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Abbeville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches.