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Pendleton, SC
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Pendleton, SC
At a Glance
How Pendleton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pendleton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pendleton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pendleton residents earn a median household income of $60,517 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,765. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,568 business establishments, including 432 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pendleton is $236,900 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $278,210. Median rent is $891/month, with 29.9% 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 1983.
Safety & Crime
Pendleton reports 181 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,462/100K.
Education
51.0% of adults in Pendleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% above the national average). 92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pendleton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.