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Elko, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Barnwell County County
Elko, SC
At a Glance
How Elko Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elko's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elko a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elko residents earn a median household income of $41,023 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,849. The unemployment rate stands at 37.1% (931% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 427 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elko is $85,700 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $144,959. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Elko reports 718 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,740/100K.
Education
7.8% of adults in Elko hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 59.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elko has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.