South Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Camden is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 8,025. Residents earn $53,289 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Camden receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Camden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Camden is $53,289, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Camden is $241,300, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 800 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 6,911 per 100,000, 253% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 36.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Camden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,289 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,045 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,325 |
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,568 |
| County GDP | $3,417M |
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 110 |
| Retail | 212 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,797 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.16% |
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
| Census Median | $241,300 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $235,195 |
| Census Median Rent | $803 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,534 |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,797 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.16% |
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,077/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 110 |
| Total Violent | 799.7/100K |
| 110% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 28.6/100K |
| Robbery | 100.0/100K |
| Assault | 671.1/100K |
| Total Property | 6,911.3/100K |
| 253% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 756.8/100K |
| Theft | 5,954.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 199.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 216 ft (66 m) |
| Area | 11.1 sq mi (28.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 722/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2589°N, 80.6092°W |
| County FIPS | 45055 |
Winner: Republican by 28.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 36.3% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 722/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 110 |
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Retail Stores | 212 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Commute | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |