Hartsville, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Lee County County
Hartsville, SC
At a Glance
How Hartsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hartsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hartsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hartsville residents earn a median household income of $47,720 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,756. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3% (131% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 310 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hartsville is $188,800 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $186,999. Median rent is $834/month, with 39.0% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Hartsville reports 1,746 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 359% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,994/100K.
Education
33.1% of adults in Hartsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hartsville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches.