Median Income
$57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$118,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How Edgefield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population231
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density924/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$30,896
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$990M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$118,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation178 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+97.8%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute20 min
Libraries1
Is Edgefield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Edgefield receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Edgefield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Edgefield is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Edgefield is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Edgefield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Edgefield has a population of 231 with a density of 924 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 21.2% Black.
Population
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Edgefield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Edgefield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Edgefield is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Edgefield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,500 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,896 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $940 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,573 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 196 |
| County GDP | $990M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.8% |
The median home value in Edgefield is $118,800, 58% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $118,800 |
| 58% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.71% |
In Edgefield, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.7% report depression. 39.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Edgefield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.3% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.7% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 11.7% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.5% |
| Depression | 30.7% |
| Mental Distress | 24.5% |
| Physical Distress | 19.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 12,457/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Edgefield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Edgefield has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.7 inches |
| 49% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 178 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 924/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0501°N, 93.3360°W |
| County FIPS | 22081 |