Camden, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Kershaw County County
Camden, SC
At a Glance
How Camden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Camden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Camden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Camden residents earn a median household income of $53,289 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,045. The unemployment rate stands at 8.7% (142% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,568 business establishments, including 99 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Camden is $241,300 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $249,547. Median rent is $803/month, with 36.8% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Camden reports 948 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 149% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,884/100K.
Education
36.3% of adults in Camden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above the national average). 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Camden has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches.