Ridgeland, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Beaufort County County
Ridgeland, SC
At a Glance
How Ridgeland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ridgeland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ridgeland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ridgeland residents earn a median household income of $71,023 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,798. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,748 business establishments, including 590 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ridgeland is $209,900 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $319,475. Median rent is $927/month, with 18.4% 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 1992.
Safety & Crime
Ridgeland reports 427 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,453/100K.
Education
10.3% of adults in Ridgeland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 78.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ridgeland has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches.