Hemingway, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Williamsburg County County
Hemingway, SC
At a Glance
How Hemingway Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hemingway's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hemingway a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hemingway residents earn a median household income of $44,375 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,175. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 640 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hemingway is $161,700 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,780. Median rent is $665/month, with 27.0% 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
Hemingway reports 2,376 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 525% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 13,823/100K.
Education
28.4% of adults in Hemingway hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hemingway has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches.