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Lynchburg, SC
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Lynchburg, SC
At a Glance
How Lynchburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lynchburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lynchburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lynchburg residents earn a median household income of $15,000 , which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $12,783. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 73.3% 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 Lynchburg is $101,000 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $138,729. Median rent is $829/month, with 51.0% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Lynchburg reports 245 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 35% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,577/100K.
Education
11.3% of adults in Lynchburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 88.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lynchburg has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.