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Sandy Springs, SC
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Sandy Springs, SC
At a Glance
How Sandy Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sandy Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sandy Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sandy Springs residents earn a median household income of $68,393 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,313. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,568 business establishments, including 432 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sandy Springs is $261,600 , 7% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $278,210. Median rent is $938/month, with 51.0% 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 2000.
Safety & Crime
Sandy Springs reports 181 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,462/100K.
Education
20.7% of adults in Sandy Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 61.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sandy Springs has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°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.