South Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Batesburg-Leesville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 4,935. Residents earn $53,102 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Batesburg-Leesville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Batesburg-Leesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Batesburg-Leesville is $53,102, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Batesburg-Leesville is $130,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 957 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 6,017 per 100,000, 207% above the national average.
17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Batesburg-Leesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,102 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,045 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,077 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,428 |
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 8,854 |
| County GDP | $19,752M |
| Restaurants | 628 |
| Healthcare | 754 |
| Retail | 1,199 |
| Manufacturing | 194 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,132 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |
| Census Median | $130,500 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $174,793 |
| Census Median Rent | $792 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,132 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
| Obesity | 41.5% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.4% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.3% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,865/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 754 |
| Total Violent | 956.8/100K |
| 152% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 18.4/100K |
| Robbery | 110.4/100K |
| Assault | 828.0/100K |
| Total Property | 6,016.6/100K |
| 207% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,177.6/100K |
| Theft | 4,728.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 110.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 41 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.9 inches |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 655 ft (200 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 602/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9133°N, 81.5281°W |
| County FIPS | 45063 |
Winner: Republican by 33.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.8% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 602/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 754 |
| Restaurants | 628 |
| Retail Stores | 1,199 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 41 |
| Avg Commute | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |