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Furman, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Hampton County County
Furman, SC
At a Glance
How Furman Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Furman's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Furman a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Furman residents earn a median household income of $57,708 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,873. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 418 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Furman is $83,000 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $93,016. Median rent is $670/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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Furman reports 1,931 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 408% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,116/100K.
Education
7.8% of adults in Furman hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 79.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Furman has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.