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Bennettsville, SC
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Bennettsville, SC
At a Glance
How Bennettsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bennettsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bennettsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bennettsville residents earn a median household income of $40,889 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,835. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 334 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bennettsville is $82,700 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $115,790. Median rent is $650/month, with 23.3% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Bennettsville reports 686 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,025/100K. The murder rate is 25.9/100K.
Education
14.6% of adults in Bennettsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bennettsville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.