Florence, SC
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Florence, SC
At a Glance
How Florence Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Florence's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Florence a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Florence residents earn a median household income of $56,433 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,725. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,740 business establishments, including 341 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Florence is $189,800 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $223,905. Median rent is $922/month, with 32.4% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Florence reports 819 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 116% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,963/100K. The murder rate is 17.2/100K.
Education
29.9% of adults in Florence hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Florence has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.