South Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Rock Hill is a mid-size city in South Carolina with a population of 74,769. Residents earn $64,770 per year, which is 14% below the national average.
Based on current data, Rock Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Rock Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Rock Hill is $64,770, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Rock Hill is $267,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,279 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 512 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,399 per 100,000, 73% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 34.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Rock Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $64,770 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,615 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,174 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,499 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 9,065 |
| County GDP | $19,235M |
| Restaurants | 558 |
| Healthcare | 645 |
| Retail | 757 |
| Manufacturing | 232 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,781 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.41% |
| Commute Time | 25.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |
| Census Median | $267,400 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $320,953 |
| Median List Price | $295,900 |
| Median List Price | $295,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $190 |
| Homes Sold | 62 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 28.8% |
| Inventory | 295 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,279 |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,555 |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,781 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.41% |
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,297/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 645 |
| Total Violent | 511.8/100K |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Murder | 7.2/100K |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Rape | 45.9/100K |
| Robbery | 91.8/100K |
| Assault | 367.0/100K |
| Total Property | 3,399.1/100K |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 530.4/100K |
| Theft | 2,769.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 98.9/100K |
| Arson | 24.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 666 ft (203 m) |
| Area | 44.5 sq mi (115.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,681/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9382°N, 81.0192°W |
| County FIPS | 45091 |
Winner: Republican by 19.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.5% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,681/sq mi |
| Total Area | 44.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 16 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 18 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 645 |
| Restaurants | 558 |
| Retail Stores | 757 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| Avg Commute | 25.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |