Elgin, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Richland County County
Elgin, SC
At a Glance
How Elgin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elgin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elgin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elgin residents earn a median household income of $84,219 , which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,571. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,736 business establishments, including 920 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elgin is $204,300 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $299,844. Median rent is $1,288/month, with 36.7% 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 1996.
Safety & Crime
Elgin reports 424 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,394/100K.
Education
26.1% of adults in Elgin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elgin has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.