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Ridge Spring, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Edgefield County County
Ridge Spring, SC
At a Glance
How Ridge Spring Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ridge Spring's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ridge Spring a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ridge Spring residents earn a median household income of $38,854 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,682. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 459 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ridge Spring is $76,600 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,191. Median rent is $638/month, with 21.9% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Ridge Spring reports 792 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 108% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,715/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
30.3% of adults in Ridge Spring hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below the national average). 86.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ridge Spring has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.