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Valley Falls, SC
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Valley Falls, SC
At a Glance
How Valley Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Valley Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Valley Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Valley Falls residents earn a median household income of $55,671 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,400. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 988 business establishments, including 86 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Valley Falls is $229,600 , 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $278,413. Median rent is $955/month, with 31.3% 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 2003.
Safety & Crime
Valley Falls reports 966 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 154% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,445/100K.
Education
21.8% of adults in Valley Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Valley Falls has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.