Median Income
$58,077
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$145,800
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$893
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.4%
16% higher than US avg
How Kershaw Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,220
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density1,099/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Economy
B+
Median Income$58,077
Per Capita$27,968
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$5,253M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$145,800
Rent$893
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,757
Health
Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation512 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.09
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute31 min
Libraries3
Is Kershaw a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kershaw receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kershaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kershaw is $58,077, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kershaw is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Kershaw enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Kershaw has a population of 2,220 with a density of 1,099 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.6%), with 24.7% Black.
Population
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Kershaw is $58,077, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,077 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,968 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,241 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,245 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.4% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,236 |
| County GDP | $5,253M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 162 |
| Healthcare | 186 |
| Retail | 272 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,400 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.33% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
The median home value in Kershaw is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $893 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,757.
Home Values
| Census Median | $145,800 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $177,757 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $893 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $844 |
| 1 Bedroom | $849 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,009 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,214 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,458 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,400 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.33% |
In Kershaw, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kershaw vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.8% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,214/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 186 |
Crime Rates: Kershaw vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Kershaw 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 is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.8 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,099/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5444°N, 80.5865°W |
| County FIPS | 45057 |