Edgefield, SC
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Edgefield, SC
At a Glance
How Edgefield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Edgefield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Edgefield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Edgefield residents earn a median household income of $37,500 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,840. The unemployment rate stands at 15.8% (339% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 459 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Edgefield is $108,900 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $223,762. Median rent is $849/month, with 51.0% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Edgefield reports 80 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 559/100K.
Education
14.4% of adults in Edgefield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 73.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Edgefield has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.