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Pelzer, SC

South Carolina · Anderson County · Greenville-Anderson-Greer Metro

Pelzer is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,570. Residents earn $54,886 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,570 Population 1,539/sq mi density
$54,886 Median Income $22,525 per capita
$170,400 Home Value $215,626 Zillow
$1,036 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
337 Violent Crime/100K 9,888 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$54,886 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$170,400 home value, $1,036/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
337 violent crimes/100K (11% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,886
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,400
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 337/100K
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,036
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.8%
92% higher than US avg

How Pelzer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,570
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,539/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,886
Per Capita$22,525
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty23.8%
County GDP$10,558M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,400
Rent$1,036
Ownership72.9%
Zillow$215,626
Housing Units758
Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

F
Violent337/100K
Property9,888/100K

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured14.3%
Smoking16.7%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation788 ft (240 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+77.9%
Graduate+20.0%
School Score5.65

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband62.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Pelzer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pelzer receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Pelzer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pelzer is $54,886, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pelzer is $170,400, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,036 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Pelzer is below the national average at 337 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,888 per 100,000, 404% above the national average.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pelzer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pelzer has a population of 1,570 with a density of 1,539 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.1% female and 44.9% male. The city is predominantly White (87.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.8% of residents, while 7.2% speak Spanish. 4.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 32.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,570
Total Population
1,539
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pelzer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish 7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pelzer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pelzer is $54,886, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,525 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $995, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,568 business establishments, including 432 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 5.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pelzer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,886
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,525
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$66,518
Gini Index0.469 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.8%
92% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,568
County GDP$10,558M

Business (County)

Restaurants432
Healthcare404
Retail712
Manufacturing204

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,852
19% below US avg
Cost of Living93.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pelzer is $170,400, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,626, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 112.7% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,036 (11% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $982 for a one-bedroom to $1,155 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 758 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $2,852 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 28.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,400
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$215,626
Median List Price$217,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$217,000
$/Sq Ft$138
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio112.7%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,036
11% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.9%
Owner-Occupied72.9%
Renter-Occupied27.1%
Housing Units758
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,852
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.67%
In Pelzer, 36.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 16.9% report binge drinking. 26.9% are physically inactive. 28.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 14.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,521. The dentist ratio is 1:2,329. 62.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Pelzer vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured14.3%
66% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,521
Dentists1:2,329
Mental Health1:525
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death11,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities404
Pelzer has a violent crime rate of 337 per 100,000 residents, 11% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 9,888 per 100,000, 404% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 42 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Pelzer receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Pelzer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent337.1/100K
11% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property9,887.6/100K
404% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42
Traffic Accidents1,651
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Pelzer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 788 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation788 ft (240 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,539/sq mi
Coordinates34.6436°N, 82.4601°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAnderson County County
Nearest AirportAnderson Regional (AND)
18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.0"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 1.4"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.35"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.58"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0466 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score87.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability37.3 / 100
Community Resilience57.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Feb 15, 2014 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M4.1 98 km
Mar 18, 2003 11 km S of Rayle, Georgia M3.5 113 km
Jan 3, 1992 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina M3.4 74 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 118 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 111 km
Jun 20, 2017 6 km SW of Augusta, Georgia M3.2 141 km
Aug 8, 1993 12 km ENE of Aiken, South Carolina M3.2 141 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 52 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 141 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 100 km
Feb 16, 2014 13 km WNW of Edgefield, South Carolina M3.0 98 km
Feb 18, 2005 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina M2.9 137 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.9 51 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 142 km
Apr 26, 2013 9 km E of Lincolnton, Georgia M2.8 97 km
Sep 18, 1996 6 km E of Clarks Hill, South Carolina M2.8 112 km
May 23, 2023 4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina M2.8 110 km
Aug 14, 2025 7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina M2.7 79 km
Jul 5, 2025 11 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M2.7 97 km
Mar 21, 2004 16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M2.7 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 4 125 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

400 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 18 fatalities, 520 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 5, 1989 EF4 69 km 2
Dec 13, 1973 EF4 66 km 2
Mar 31, 1973 EF4 64 km 7
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 57 km 1
Mar 15, 2008 EF3 79 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF3 94 km 0
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 86 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 88 km 0
Apr 8, 1974 EF3 36 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 49 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 63 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 84 km 1
May 27, 1973 EF3 14 km 0
May 10, 1952 EF3 26 km 2
Mar 23, 2022 EF2 41 km 0
May 3, 2021 EF2 57 km 0
Apr 25, 2020 EF2 28 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 41 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 85 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 56 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PARTY ROCK (8,572 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 94 km
2016 PINNACLE MOUNTAIN 7,869 52 km
2010 BURNING UNIT 5,567 94 km
2010 C-94-95 133 RX 3,192 73 km
2009 UNNAMED 3,165 80 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,909 76 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,690 97 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,654 93 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,514 63 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,458 95 km
2020 CHAMBERS-GRAPE-HICKORY AP 2,421 69 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,395 69 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,362 75 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,274 95 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,237 63 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,201 91 km
2010 C-142 RX 2,149 75 km
2020 C-249 LC 2,084 79 km
2022 C-297 LC 2,060 99 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,024 72 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 4.4 in
March 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in Driest
May 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
June 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 4.2 in
September 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
October 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
November 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
December 44°F (7°C) 4.2 in

Pelzer has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and April the driest (3.6").

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Pelzer is located in Anderson County. It is classified as Metro / 250K-1M, part of a metropolitan area. 24.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. 20.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.1% of the vote, a 47.4-point margin. 62.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 404 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42
Traffic Accidents1,651
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+77.9%
Graduate Degree+20.0%
School Test Score5.65
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K-1M
Population Density1,539/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyAnderson County County

Services

Broadband Access62.6%
Avg Download Speed163.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed17.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants432
Retail Stores712

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%
Average costs for common services in Pelzer. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $234 ($141-$375)
Specialist Visit $328 ($187-$515)
Urgent Care Visit $187 ($94-$328)
Emergency Room Visit $2,061 ($750-$4,685)
Dental Cleaning $122 ($70-$187)
Dental Filling $234 ($141-$375)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23-$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($47-$112)
Brake Pad Replacement $281 ($141-$469)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19-$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $562 ($375-$937)
Battery Replacement $187 ($94-$328)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($56-$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($47-$131)
HVAC Repair $375 ($141-$750)
HVAC System Install $6,559 ($3,748-$11,244)
Roof Repair $937 ($375-$1,874)
Roof Replacement $8,433 ($5,154-$14,055)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,406 ($469-$3,280)
Divorce (Contested) $14,055 ($4,685-$28,110)
DUI Defense $4,685 ($1,874-$9,370)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,406 ($750-$2,811)
Will Preparation $469 ($187-$937)
Trust Preparation $2,343 ($937-$4,685)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14-$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28-$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($70-$234)
Manicure $23 ($14-$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23-$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47-$122)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.84 ($2.81-$5.15)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.28 ($2.34-$4.69)
Loaf of Bread $3.56 ($2.34-$5.15)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.22 ($2.81-$6.09)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.15 ($3.75-$7.03)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.56-$1.69)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $131 ($75-$234)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28-$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($37-$112)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($37-$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28-$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47-$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $187 ($70-$469)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,874 ($1,124-$3,280)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28-$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.50-$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28-$234)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14-$70)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,124 ($562-$2,343)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $937 ($469-$1,874)
After-School Care (Monthly) $375 ($187-$656)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($23-$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $937 ($375-$2,343)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,713 ($4,685-$28,110)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28-$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47-$187)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28-$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19-$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $281 ($141-$469)
Cat Spay/Neuter $187 ($94-$375)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$861
Toddler$801
Preschool$784
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$596
Toddler$596
Preschool$577
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Anderson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 15,784 276 $64,693 2.64
Retail Trade 9,455 686 $33,168 1.30
Accommodation & Food Services 7,736 446 $20,341 1.17
Health Care & Social Assistance 7,041 522 $48,853 0.68
Wholesale Trade 3,841 190 $73,181 1.34
Construction 2,980 438 $62,990 0.78
Administrative & Waste Services 2,513 266 $41,681 0.59
Transportation & Warehousing 2,059 124 $59,813 0.67
Professional & Technical Services 2,017 477 $66,778 0.40
Other Services 1,613 328 $43,747 0.74
Educational Services 1,519 52 $38,149 1.01
Finance & Insurance 1,090 233 $67,819 0.37
Arts & Entertainment 828 62 $17,737 0.68
Real Estate 554 170 $50,964 0.49
Information & Technology 348 71 $72,540 0.26
Utilities 285 24 $97,489 1.03
Agriculture & Forestry 254 30 $52,218 0.43
Management of Companies 218 27 $137,293 0.18
Mining & Oil/Gas 98 7 $81,757 0.36

Schools in Pelzer

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ellen Woodside Elementary Elementary 1,020 53 19.2:1
Fork Shoals School Elementary 792 49 16.2:1
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Radio Stations near Pelzer

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBN English - AAC 64 kbps
The Roar WCCP FM clemson, sports MP3 96 kbps
SermonAudio Radio - MP3 64 kbps
His Radio Classic christian, christian contemporary AAC+ 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Pelzer

11 campgrounds found near Pelzer.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CRESCENT 5.0/5 2 $240, $528
BROYLES 4.7/5 1 $75
OCONEE POINT 4.7/5 70 $38, $76
TWIN LAKES (SC) 4.7/5 100 $36, $76
SPRINGFIELD 4.6/5 79 $38, $76
WATSADLER 4.6/5 49 $38, $76
ELROD FERRY 4.5/5 2 $75
CONEROSS PARK 4.4/5 106 $26, $76
BIG OAKS 4.3/5 1 $150
SINGING PINES 4.3/5 2 $75
POPLAR SPRINGS - 1 $75

National Parks Near Pelzer

34 national parks and monuments found near Pelzer.

ParkTypeFee
Baker Creek State Park State Park Free
Black Rock Mountain State Park State Park Free
Blue Ridge Parkway Parkway Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Caesars Head State Park State Park Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Chimney Rock State Park State Park Free
Cowpens National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Croft State Park State Park Free
Devils Fork State Park State Park Free
Elijah Clarke State Park State Park Free
Gorges State Park State Park Free
Hamilton Branch State Park State Park Free
Hickory Knob State Resort Park State Park Free
Jones Gap State Park State Park Free
Keowee-Toxaway State Park State Park Free
Lake Greenwood State Park State Park Free
Lake Hartwell State Park State Park Free
Mistletoe State Park State Park Free
Ninety Six National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
North Oconee River Greenway State Park Free
Oconee State Park State Park Free
Paris Mountain State Park State Park Free
Pisgah View State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Richard B. Russell State Park State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel Park State Park Free
Table Rock State Park State Park Free
Tallulah Gorge State Park State Park Free
Tugaloo State Park State Park Free
Victoria Bryant State Park State Park Free
Watson Mill Bridge State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Pelzer

1 trails found near Pelzer.

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Museums in Pelzer

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
VANDIVER GALLERYART MUSEUM$65,323,630
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF THE UPSTATECHILDREN'S MUSEUM8642337755$3,584,799
SOUTH CAROLINA NATIONAL HERITAGE CORRIDORHISTORIC PRESERVATION$601,757
ROPER MOUNTAIN SCIENCE CENTER ASSOCIATIONSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8643558900$232,603
MINI WORLD OF TRAINSGENERAL MUSEUM7 W CAMPERDOWN WAY8649918347$142,471
BELTON AREA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8642965216$136,556
BELTON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8163223977$136,556
GREENVILLE CHAUTAUQUA SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8642441499$87,797
SOUTH CAROLINA UPPER PIEDMONT HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$37,262
MAULDIN CULTURAL CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM8643354862$30,304
GREENVILLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONSUITE C 211 E WASHINGTON ST8642334103$26,705
GREENVILLE COUNTY MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM8032717570$26,705
PELZER HERITAGE COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$12,747
ANDERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BOB JONES UNIVERSITY MUSEUM AND GALLERYART MUSEUM8647701331
COLONEL ELIAS EARLE HISTORIC DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMPUTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE UPSTATEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
EAST PARK HISTORIC ASSOCIATIONARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
GREENVILLE CULTURAL EXCH CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM8642329162
GREENVILLE TEXTILE HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GREENVILLE ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION150 CLEVELAND PARK DRIVE8644674300
HAGOOD-MAULDIN HOUSE/IRMA MORRIS MUSEUM OF FINE ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM8038552668
HOUSE OF GORDON USAHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HOWELL MEMORIAL PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8032425100
IMAGINENATION CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8642395966
MONAGHAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUMAND LIBRARY OF CONFEDERATE HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM8644219039
PICKENS COUNTY CULTURAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8648985963
PICKENS COUNTY MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM8648985963
PIEDMONT ATHELIC ASSOCIATION HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM408 N CHURCH ST SUITE D8643807821
RIVERWORKS GALLERYART MUSEUM8642710679
ROPER MOUNTAIN SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM402 ROPER MOUNTAIN ROAD8642811188
SHOELESS JOE JACKSON MUSEUM & BASEBALL LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM8642356280
SHOELESS JOE JACKSON MUSEUM ANDBASEBALL LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM356 FIELD ST8642356280
SIMPSONVILLE HISTORICAL & PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHERN BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Pelzer

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GREENVILLE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM25 HERITAGE GREEN PLACE0.01,835,777
PICKENS COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM304 BILTMORE ROAD0.0496,869
ANDERSON COUNTY LIBRARY300 N MCDUFFIE STREET0.0470,425
LIVINGSTON MUNICIPAL LIBRARY707 N TYLER AVE0.038,983

Farmers Markets in Pelzer

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Anderson County Farmers Market402 N. Murray Ave05/01/2019 to 05/25/2019Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Belton Farmers MarketNorth Main Street & Blake Street
Carolina fresh market and more6619 hwy 29 north01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019Mon: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Tue: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Wed: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-6:0
Earth Markets, Greenville SC NoMa Square 220 North Main St.Visit
Easley Farmers Market205 N. 1st St04/06/2013 to 10/05/2013Tue: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Greenville State Farmers Market1354 Rutherford Road01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Mon: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM;Tue: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-6:0Visit
Mauldin Farmers Market101 East Butler Road06/04/2019 to 08/27/2019Tue: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;YesVisit
Simpsonville Farmers MarketSouth St. & Curtis St.
TD Saturday MarketMain Street at West Court Street05/05/2018 to 10/27/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Pelzer

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Backwoods Grill & Pizza
El Maguey
Mama Mia Pizzaria

Theatres in Pelzer

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pelzer Theater

Clinics in Pelzer

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Palmetto Area Medical Center
Palmetto Family Medicine

Dentists in Pelzer

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mill Town Family Dentistry

Gas Stations in Pelzer

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Sav-Way

Breweries in Pelzer

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Blu Martini Bar & NightclubBar and Brewery Downtown Greenville1 College St8642425743
Blue Ridge Brewing CompanyBrewery and American Restaurant217 N Main St8642324677Visit
Budweiser of GreenvilleGrocers' Wholesale, Beverages Retail, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors17 Lindsay Ave
Carolina Bauernhaus AlesInterior Designers & Decorators, Food & Drink, Breweries115 Federal St8644018167, 8642221900Visit
Club 100Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries, Night Clubs, E-Commerce, Taverns, Bars, Brew Pubs, Nightlife, 100 Byrdland Dr8643739687, 8646769906, 8642361339, 8646769905, 86Visit
Edens Supply LlcBrewer Equipment Supplies & Services1030 N E Main St
Greenville Brew ToursBrewery Tours, Food & Drink, Tours, TourDowntown Greenville
Greenville Hop HouseBrewery and Food Drink Shop Eastside1619 E North St8646218179
Growler HausBars & Clubs, Brewery, Coffeehouses313 N Main St8642250057Visit
Growler StationBeer Garden, Other Nightlife, and Brewery109 Augusta St8643862137, (864) 386-2137
Quest Brewing CompanyBrewery55 Airview Dr
The Brewery ExperienceBrewery Tours, Night Tours, Tours, Food & Drink400 Augusta St18282161343
The StationBar and Brewery1205 N E Main St
What's On Tap?Brewery2131 Woodruff Rd8642899959Visit

Pharmacies in Pelzer

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BI-LO - 256 330 LEBBY STREET 864-947-9214
CVS - 3571 1 MAIN STREET 864-947-6253
FRED'S - 3280 297 HIGHWAY 20 SOUTH 864-947-8722

Cell Towers in Pelzer

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
PIEDMONT CELL SITE - 160 COLLINS ROADTOWER113
528 BEEKS ROAD (153396)GTOWER112
528 BEEKS ROAD (153396)GTOWER112
5997 Old Greenville Highway (154069)GTOWER95
5997 Old Greenville Highway (154069)GTOWER95
HWY 20 (DUE WEST RD) (57317)GTOWER94
HWY 20 (DUE WEST RD) (57317)GTOWER94
Pasture Drive (57389)GTOWER94
Pasture Drive (57389)GTOWER94
Old River/Moores Mill Road (57388)GTOWER94
Old River/Moores Mill Road (57388)GTOWER94
Fountain Inn Cell Site - 105 HIGHWAY 651TOWER82
4421 PELZER HWYTOWER82
454 Princeton Highway (57401)GTOWER80
454 Princeton Highway (57401)GTOWER80
112 CHANDLER ROADTOWER61
36 UNION CHURCH ROADTOWER58

Fire Stations in Pelzer

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
South Greenville Fire District8305 Augusta RDCareer864-243-5650
West Pelzer Fire Department101 Main STVolunteer864-260-4016

Power Plants Near Pelzer

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
BERRY ROAD SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-82.3T
PELZER SOLAR ISOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-82.5OP

Bridges in Pelzer

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19971509,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19975457,700G
Tee BeamConcrete19303304,800P
SlabPrestressed concrete19921002,200F
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete19671201,150F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber200369175F

Correctional Facilities in Pelzer

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
PERRY CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION430 OAKLAWN RDSTATE874972OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Pelzer

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Greenville, SC1120 West Washington StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Pelzer

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GE GAS TURBINES (GREENVILLE) L.L.C.300 GARLINGTON ROADGREENVILLE

Airports Near Pelzer

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anderson Regional AirportANDMedium Airport
Greenville Downtown AirportGMUMedium Airport
Greenville-Spartanburg International AirportGSPMedium Airport
Abbeville Airport-Small Airport
Airnautique, Inc. Airport-Small Airport
American Dream Skyranch Airport-Small Airport
Ashley Field-Small Airport
Bell Mountain Airport-Small Airport
Boomerang Airport-Small Airport
Brevard Airport-Small Airport
Broad River Air Park-Small Airport
Carolina Cow Country Airport-Small Airport
Chandelle Airport-Small Airport
Crooked Fence Farm Airport-Small Airport
Davis Field-Small Airport
Donaldson Field AirportGDCSmall Airport
Dry Pond Airport-Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Airport-Small Airport
Elbert County Airport Patz Field-Small Airport
Fairview Airport-Small Airport
Flying Changes Farm Ultralight Flightpark-Small Airport
Fox Haven Plantation Airport-Small Airport
Franklin County Airport-Small Airport
Fulton Field-Small Airport
Green Pond Airport-Small Airport
Greenwood County AirportGRDSmall Airport
Hannah Creek Airport-Small Airport
Hawks Nest Farm Airport-Small Airport
Hendersonville Airport-Small Airport
Horseshoe Landing Airport-Small Airport
Iva Field-Small Airport
Jackson County Airport-Small Airport
King Field-Small Airport
La Dolce Terra Airport-Small Airport
Lagniappe STOL Field-Small Airport
Laurens County Airport-Small Airport
McCormick County Airport-Small Airport
Moores Field-Small Airport
Mountain Ridge Airport-Small Airport
Mustang Field-Small Airport
Oakhill Airpark-Small Airport
Oconee County Regional AirportCEUSmall Airport
Oolenoy Valley Airport-Small Airport
Papas Place Airport-Small Airport
Paradise Landing-Small Airport
Parker Field-Small Airport
Pearson's Farm Airport-Small Airport
Pickens County AirportLQKSmall Airport
Rambos Field-Small Airport
Ridgewood Air Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Pelzer

14 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Belton Police Department306 Anderson St
Campus Safety
Greenville County Law Enforcement Center
Greenville County Sheriff's Office5 Chapel Road
Greenville County Sheriff's Office - Central Annex1200 Pendleton Street
Honea Path Police Department34 North Main Street
Law Enforcement Center220 North West Main Street
Liberty Police Department
Mauldin Police
Pickens County Law Enforcement Center216 C David Stone Road
Police Department
Simpsonville Police415 East Curtis Street
South Carolina Highway Patrol - Troop Three - Pickens County975 Breazeale Road
Ware Shoals Police Department38 East Main Street

Grocery Stores in Pelzer

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 36854HConvenience Store2 Main St
Bargain Food StoreSuper Store349 Highway 8
CVS Pharmacy 3571Other1 MAIN STREET
Dollar General 12337Other8 Main St
Family Dollar 121Other107 Highway 20 S
Food Lion 2816Supermarket330 Lebby St
Jake's One StopConvenience Store501 Highway 8

Post Offices in Pelzer

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Pelzer Post Office185 Lebby Street

Treatment Centers in Pelzer

15 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Anderson/Oconee - Behavioral Health ServicesSubstance Abuse864-260-4168
Anderson/Oconee/Pickens Comm MH Ctr - Pickens ClinicMental Health864-878-6830
Anderson/Oconee/Pickens MH Center - Anderson Adult ClinicMental Health864-260-2220
Behavioral Health Services of - Pickens CountySubstance Abuse864-898-5800
Greater Greenville Mental Health - Greenville ClinicMental Health864-241-1040
Greater Greenville Mental Health - Simpsonville ClinicMental Health864-963-3421
Marshall I Pickens Hospital - Greenville Memorial Medical CampusMental Health864-455-1285
Miracle Hill - Overcomers CenterSubstance Abuse864-631-0088
Pavillon - Greenville Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse864-241-6688
Phoenix Center - Adult Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse864-467-3790
Phoenix Center - Serenity Place/Womens ResidentialSubstance Abuse864-467-3881
Recovery Concepts of Carolina UpstateSubstance Abuse864-306-8533 x209
Solutions Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse864-567-7010
Solutions Recovery CounselingSubstance Abuse864-558-0417
Southwest Carolina Trt Ctr LLCSubstance Abuse864-222-9798

DOL Wage Violations in Pelzer

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $25,852 in back wages owed to 21 employees.

4
Violations
$25,852
Back Wages Owed
21
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
La Fogata Mexican Restaurant - - 29669 - 1 $24,993 $4,165 6
New Hope Child Development Center - - 29669 - 1 $469 $67 7
Alexander Grading - - 29669 - 1 $203 $101 2
Pelzer Pointe Shell - - 29669 - 1 $187 $31 6

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pelzer

25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BEECH SPRINGS CHURCHPO BOX 426
COVENANT LIFE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER182 NAPOLEON RD
DAVETON BAPTIST CHURCH312 DAVENTON RD
EASTVIEW BAPTIST CHURCH OF PELZER120 EASTVIEW RD
FAITH & SUPPORT MINISTRY133 BAKER RD
FORK SHOALS BAPTIST CHURCH110 FORK SHOALS CHURCH RD
HAPPY TRAILS COWBOY CHURCH INC751 HOLLAND FORD RD
HARVEST WESLEYAN CHURCHPO BOX 62
JOURNEY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH105 BETHANY DR
LICKVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH10020 AUGUSTA RD
LIFE JOURNEY CHURCHPO BOX 9
NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH108 NEW HOPE RD
OAK POINTE CHURCH8649 AUGUSTA RD
PELZER FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 306
PELZER MILL HILL OUTREACH34 ADGER ST
REVIVE CHURCHPO BOX 628
SANDY SPRINGS BAPTIST CHURCH317 SANDY SPRINGS ROAD
SHADY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH140 NEW SHADY GROVE CHURCH RD
SOUTH GREENVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH8966 AUGUSTA RD
TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH519 ANDERSON STREET
VALLEY BROOK BAPTIST CHURCH8323 AUGUSTA RD
WASHINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH208 WASHINGTON CHURCH RD
WAYCROSS COMMUNITY CHURCH104 WAYCROSS CHURCH RD
WEST PELZER BAPTIST CHURCH29 MAIN ST
WHITE PLAINS BAPTIST CHURCH1435 EASLEY HWY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pelzer

What is the population of Pelzer?

Pelzer has a population of 1,570 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 1,539 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 55.1% female and 44.9% male.

Is Pelzer expensive to live in?

Pelzer is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $54,886, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $170,400 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,036 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pelzer safe?

Pelzer is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 337 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,888 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Pelzer receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pelzer?

Pelzer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches, with 1.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Pelzer?

Pelzer has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $995. There are 4,568 business establishments in the area, including 432 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 5.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pelzer?

The median home value in Pelzer is $170,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,626. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,036. Fair market rent is $982 for a 1-bedroom and $1,155 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,852.

How are the schools in Pelzer?

Schools in Pelzer score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.8% of adults in Pelzer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. 20.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Pelzer?

The obesity rate in Pelzer is 36.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 26.9% are physically inactive. 28.5% of residents report depression. 14.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 62.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,521.

What is transportation like in Pelzer?

The average commute in Pelzer is 30 minutes. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pelzer?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pelzer is 87.8% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 92.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.2% speak Spanish. 4.2% of the population are military veterans. 32.4% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

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