Jefferson, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Chesterfield County County
Jefferson, SC
At a Glance
How Jefferson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jefferson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jefferson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jefferson residents earn a median household income of $35,227 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,218. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 792 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jefferson is $125,700 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $194,501. Median rent is $295/month, with 25.7% 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 1976.
Education
12.4% of adults in Jefferson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 81.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jefferson has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.