Loris, SC
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Loris, SC
At a Glance
How Loris Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Loris's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Loris a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Loris residents earn a median household income of $36,158 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,284. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,217 business establishments, including 94 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Loris is $195,600 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $255,122. Median rent is $664/month, with 28.5% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Loris reports 421 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 11% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,016/100K.
Education
16.7% of adults in Loris hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 83.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Loris 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 52.8 inches.