South Carolina
Barnwell is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 4,616. Residents earn $43,239 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Barnwell receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Barnwell has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Barnwell is $43,239, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Barnwell is $137,300, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $545 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,176 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 5,774 per 100,000, 195% above the national average.
18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.9/10, below typical benchmarks.
Barnwell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 95.5% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.5% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,239 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,229 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,524 |
| Unemployment | 8.3% |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.2% |
| 103% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 427 |
| County GDP | $701M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.77% |
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |
| Census Median | $137,300 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,229 |
| Census Median Rent | $545 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Studio | $699 |
| 1 Bedroom | $709 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $930 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,115 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.77% |
| Obesity | 44.3% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.0% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 4.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.2% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 17,191/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Total Violent | 1,176.2/100K |
| 210% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 21.4/100K |
| Robbery | 363.6/100K |
| Assault | 791.3/100K |
| Total Property | 5,774.2/100K |
| 195% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,197.6/100K |
| Theft | 4,491.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 85.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.7 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 205 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 589/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2416°N, 81.3661°W |
| County FIPS | 45011 |
Winner: Republican by 15.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.1% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.3% |
| School Test Score | 3.86 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 589/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 72 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 22.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |