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Beech Island, SC
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Beech Island, SC
At a Glance
How Beech Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Beech Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Beech Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Beech Island residents earn a median household income of $31,996 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,412. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,807 business establishments, including 302 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Beech Island is $105,400 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,069. Median rent is $982/month, with 39.7% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Beech Island reports 145 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,557/100K.
Education
11.4% of adults in Beech Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 87.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Beech Island has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.