South Carolina
Walterboro is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 5,490. Residents earn $48,366 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Walterboro receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Walterboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Walterboro is $48,366, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 30.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
The median home value in Walterboro is $170,500, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 927 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 10,327 per 100,000, 427% above the national average.
19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Walterboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 95.2% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,366 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,800 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $926 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,260 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 30.6% |
| 147% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 916 |
| County GDP | $1,497M |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 135 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,100 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
| Commute Time | 34.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
| Census Median | $170,500 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $205,252 |
| Census Median Rent | $865 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,100 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
| Obesity | 40.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.1% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.4% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 17,986/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Total Violent | 926.8/100K |
| 144% above US avg | |
| Murder | 18.9/100K |
| 200% above US avg | |
| Rape | 75.7/100K |
| Robbery | 227.0/100K |
| Assault | 605.3/100K |
| Total Property | 10,327.2/100K |
| 427% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,172.7/100K |
| Theft | 8,946.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 208.1/100K |
| Arson | 56.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.1°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.4 inches |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 29 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 789/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9009°N, 80.6759°W |
| County FIPS | 45029 |
Winner: Republican by 18.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.8% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 789/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Retail Stores | 135 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Avg Commute | 34.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |