South Carolina
Chesterfield is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,497. Residents earn $48,167 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Chesterfield receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Chesterfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Chesterfield is $48,167, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Chesterfield is $161,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 892 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,567 per 100,000, 82% above the national average.
19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Chesterfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,167 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,798 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $946 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,076 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.6% |
| 82% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 792 |
| County GDP | $1,902M |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Healthcare | 92 |
| Retail | 119 |
| Manufacturing | 54 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,920 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.19% |
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
| Census Median | $161,000 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $172,816 |
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $678 |
| 1 Bedroom | $687 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $902 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,169 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,293 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,920 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.19% |
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,470/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
| Total Violent | 891.6/100K |
| 135% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 137.2/100K |
| Assault | 754.5/100K |
| Total Property | 3,566.5/100K |
| 82% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 548.7/100K |
| Theft | 3,017.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.8 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 64.3% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 367/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7330°N, 80.0780°W |
| County FIPS | 45025 |
Winner: Republican by 28.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.6% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.50 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 367/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Retail Stores | 119 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |