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Chesnee, SC
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Chesnee, SC
At a Glance
How Chesnee Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chesnee's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chesnee a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chesnee residents earn a median household income of $39,375 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,275. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 988 business establishments, including 86 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chesnee is $109,800 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $289,768. Median rent is $839/month, with 29.6% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Chesnee reports 316 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,591/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
9.0% of adults in Chesnee hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 76.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chesnee has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.