Batesburg-Leesville, SC
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Batesburg-Leesville, SC
At a Glance
How Batesburg-Leesville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Batesburg-Leesville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Batesburg-Leesville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Batesburg-Leesville residents earn a median household income of $53,102 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,045. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,854 business establishments, including 628 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Batesburg-Leesville is $130,500 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $183,599. Median rent is $792/month, with 33.2% 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
Batesburg-Leesville reports 772 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 103% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,769/100K.
Education
17.8% of adults in Batesburg-Leesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 82.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Batesburg-Leesville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches.