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West Pelzer, SC
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West Pelzer, SC
At a Glance
How West Pelzer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Pelzer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Pelzer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Pelzer residents earn a median household income of $53,125 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,709. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8% (89% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.7% 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 West Pelzer is $125,700 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $215,626. Median rent is $846/month, with 23.8% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
West Pelzer reports 337 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 11% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 9,888/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
18.3% of adults in West Pelzer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 81.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Pelzer has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.