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Chesterfield, SC
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Chesterfield, SC
At a Glance
How Chesterfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chesterfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chesterfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chesterfield residents earn a median household income of $48,167 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,798. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 792 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chesterfield is $161,000 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $172,816. Median rent is $775/month, with 30.1% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Chesterfield reports 283 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 26% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,028/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
19.6% of adults in Chesterfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 76.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chesterfield has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.