South Carolina
Bennettsville is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 6,798. Residents earn $40,889 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bennettsville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bennettsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Bennettsville is $40,889, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Bennettsville is $82,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,260 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 4,245 per 100,000, 117% above the national average.
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Bennettsville 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 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,889 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,835 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,399 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.3% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 334 |
| County GDP | $965M |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 85 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,280 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.76% |
| Commute Time | 28.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |
| Census Median | $82,700 |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $115,790 |
| Census Median Rent | $650 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 47.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,280 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.76% |
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.0% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.0% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.8% |
| Premature Death | 17,178/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 39.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Total Violent | 1,259.8/100K |
| 232% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 22.7/100K |
| Robbery | 181.6/100K |
| Assault | 1,055.5/100K |
| Total Property | 4,244.7/100K |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 703.7/100K |
| Theft | 3,461.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 79.5/100K |
| Arson | 22.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6282°N, 79.6860°W |
| County FIPS | 45069 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.6% |
| 57% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,100/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Retail Stores | 85 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 28.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |