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Lake Secession, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Abbeville County County
Lake Secession, SC
At a Glance
How Lake Secession Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Secession's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Secession a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Secession residents earn a median household income of $46,933 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,484. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 444 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Secession is $335,500 , 19% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $217,159. Median rent is $950/month, with 29.2% 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 1993.
Safety & Crime
Lake Secession reports 969 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 155% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,951/100K.
Education
23.0% of adults in Lake Secession hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Secession has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.