Chapin, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Newberry County County
Chapin, SC
At a Glance
How Chapin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chapin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chapin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chapin residents earn a median household income of $77,632 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,665. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 928 business establishments, including 73 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chapin is $200,400 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $444,422. Median rent is $1,400/month, with 40.6% 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 2002.
Safety & Crime
Chapin reports 413 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,238/100K.
Education
29.6% of adults in Chapin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below the national average). 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chapin has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches.