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Chester, SC
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Chester, SC
At a Glance
How Chester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chester residents earn a median household income of $41,231 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,708. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 671 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chester is $106,400 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $134,205. Median rent is $905/month, with 30.8% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Chester reports 1,528 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 302% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,968/100K. The murder rate is 93.1/100K.
Education
13.1% of adults in Chester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 80.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chester has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.