Cheraw, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Marlboro County County
Cheraw, SC
At a Glance
How Cheraw Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cheraw's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cheraw a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cheraw residents earn a median household income of $27,275 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,499. The unemployment rate stands at 14.9% (314% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.8% 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 Cheraw is $113,400 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,412. Median rent is $806/month, with 34.2% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Cheraw reports 1,184 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 212% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,303/100K.
Education
21.0% of adults in Cheraw hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 83.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cheraw has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches.