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Fairforest, SC
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Fairforest, SC
At a Glance
How Fairforest Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fairforest's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fairforest a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fairforest residents earn a median household income of $60,199 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,441. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 20,298 business establishments, including 1,400 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairforest is $176,000 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $264,182. Median rent is $696/month, with 9.0% 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 1983.
Safety & Crime
Fairforest reports 966 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 154% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,445/100K.
Education
3.4% of adults in Fairforest hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below the national average). 71.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairforest has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.