Scranton, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Williamsburg County County
Scranton, SC
At a Glance
How Scranton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Scranton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Scranton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Scranton residents earn a median household income of $26,250 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,238. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 40.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 640 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Scranton is $83,000 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $141,688. Median rent is $807/month, with 42.1% 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
Scranton reports 166 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 998/100K.
Education
6.5% of adults in Scranton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below the national average). 74.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Scranton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches.