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Laurel Bay, SC
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Laurel Bay, SC
At a Glance
How Laurel Bay Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Laurel Bay's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Laurel Bay a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Laurel Bay residents earn a median household income of $52,094 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,549. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,748 business establishments, including 590 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Laurel Bay is $221,300 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $408,273. Median rent is $1,375/month, with 38.5% 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 1991.
Safety & Crime
Laurel Bay reports 741 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 95% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,898/100K.
Education
20.4% of adults in Laurel Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Laurel Bay has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.