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Orangeburg, SC
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Orangeburg, SC
At a Glance
How Orangeburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Orangeburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Orangeburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Orangeburg residents earn a median household income of $33,066 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,929. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,850 business establishments, including 183 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Orangeburg is $145,000 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $156,094. Median rent is $765/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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Orangeburg reports 663 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,806/100K. The murder rate is 21.6/100K.
Education
27.2% of adults in Orangeburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 81.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Orangeburg has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.