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Hamer, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Dillon County County
Hamer, SC
At a Glance
How Hamer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hamer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hamer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hamer residents earn a median household income of $45,417 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,508. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 531 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hamer is $166,700 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $115,158. Median rent is $796/month, with 14.8% 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 1996.
Safety & Crime
Hamer reports 1,409 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 271% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 10,328/100K.
Education
9.6% of adults in Hamer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 83.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hamer has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.