Great Falls, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Lancaster County County
Great Falls, SC
At a Glance
How Great Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Great Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Great Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Great Falls residents earn a median household income of $30,475 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,710. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,236 business establishments, including 162 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Great Falls is $59,400 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $144,032. Median rent is $822/month, with 51.0% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Great Falls reports 750 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 97% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,375/100K.
Education
9.6% of adults in Great Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 84.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Great Falls has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches.