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Govan, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Bamberg County County
Govan, SC
At a Glance
How Govan Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Govan's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Govan a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Govan residents earn a median household income of $95,833 , which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,377. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 307 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Govan is $97,500 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $133,772. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Govan reports 688 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,439/100K.
Education
40.9% of adults in Govan hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above the national average). 81.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Govan has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.