Coward, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Williamsburg County County
Coward, SC
At a Glance
How Coward Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Coward's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Coward a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Coward residents earn a median household income of $36,250 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,231. The unemployment rate stands at 9.3% (158% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 640 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Coward is $104,200 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,786. Median rent is $825/month, with 45.0% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Coward reports 319 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 638/100K.
Education
12.4% of adults in Coward hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 76.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Coward has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches.