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Lydia, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Lee County County
Lydia, SC
At a Glance
How Lydia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lydia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lydia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lydia residents earn a median household income of $22,275 , which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,482. The unemployment rate stands at 22.5% (525% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 310 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lydia is $42,800 , 85% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $176,023. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1992.
Safety & Crime
Lydia reports 935 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 146% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 10,854/100K.
Education
28.9% of adults in Lydia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lydia has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.