South Carolina
Bamberg is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 3,036. Residents earn $27,614 per year, which is 63% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bamberg receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Bamberg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Bamberg is $27,614, 63% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Bamberg is $129,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 688 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,439 per 100,000, 75% above the national average.
26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.
Bamberg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $27,614 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,474 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $904 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,522 |
| Unemployment | 8.7% |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 30.5% |
| 146% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 307 |
| County GDP | $510M |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 54 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,988 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.31% |
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
| Census Median | $129,500 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $148,753 |
| Census Median Rent | $779 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $678 |
| 1 Bedroom | $687 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $902 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,183 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,194 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,988 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.31% |
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.9% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.7% |
| Premature Death | 15,722/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Total Violent | 687.9/100K |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 86.0/100K |
| Assault | 601.9/100K |
| Total Property | 3,439.4/100K |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 773.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,493.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 172.0/100K |
| Arson | 28.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.5 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 848/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3001°N, 81.0312°W |
| County FIPS | 45009 |
Winner: Democrat by 15.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.1% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.26 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 848/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Retail Stores | 54 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |