Denmark, SC
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Denmark, SC
At a Glance
How Denmark Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Denmark's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Denmark a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Denmark residents earn a median household income of $33,100 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,430. The unemployment rate stands at 15.6% (333% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 307 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Denmark is $73,000 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $91,226. Median rent is $785/month, with 42.2% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Denmark reports 650 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,990/100K.
Education
15.1% of adults in Denmark hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 62.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Denmark has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches.