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Ruby, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Chesterfield County County
Ruby, SC
At a Glance
How Ruby Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ruby's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ruby a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ruby residents earn a median household income of $49,167 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,112. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 792 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ruby is $108,700 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $172,816. Median rent is $750/month, with 27.5% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Ruby reports 892 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 135% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,567/100K.
Education
15.6% of adults in Ruby hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ruby has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.