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Allendale, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Barnwell County County
Allendale, SC
At a Glance
How Allendale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Allendale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Allendale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Allendale residents earn a median household income of $25,250 , which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,054. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 44.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 427 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Allendale is $65,300 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $63,508. Median rent is $685/month, with 34.5% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Allendale reports 2,599 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 584% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,651/100K. The murder rate is 34.2/100K.
Education
20.9% of adults in Allendale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 83.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Allendale has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.