Bishopville, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Lee County County
Bishopville, SC
At a Glance
How Bishopville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bishopville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bishopville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bishopville residents earn a median household income of $44,015 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,135. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 310 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bishopville is $105,400 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,589. Median rent is $554/month, with 26.3% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Bishopville reports 816 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 115% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,363/100K.
Education
17.1% of adults in Bishopville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 82.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bishopville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches.