Barnwell, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Barnwell County County
Barnwell, SC
At a Glance
How Barnwell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Barnwell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Barnwell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Barnwell residents earn a median household income of $43,239 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,229. The unemployment rate stands at 15.1% (319% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.2% 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 Barnwell is $137,300 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $182,412. Median rent is $545/month, with 33.0% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Barnwell reports 1,230 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 224% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,404/100K.
Education
18.1% of adults in Barnwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 78.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Barnwell has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches.