Prosperity, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Newberry County County
Prosperity, SC
At a Glance
How Prosperity Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Prosperity's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Prosperity a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Prosperity residents earn a median household income of $58,276 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,765. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 928 business establishments, including 73 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Prosperity is $138,400 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $365,899. Median rent is $780/month, with 27.3% 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
Prosperity reports 245 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,306/100K.
Education
16.3% of adults in Prosperity hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 78.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Prosperity has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches.