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Olar, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Bamberg County County
Olar, SC
At a Glance
How Olar Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Olar's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Olar a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Olar residents earn a median household income of $36,607 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,720. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 307 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Olar is $80,000 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $133,772. Median rent is $1,125/month, with 39.6% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Olar reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,662/100K.
Education
15.3% of adults in Olar hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 74.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Olar has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.