South Carolina
Westminster is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,244. Residents earn $38,393 per year, which is 49% below the national average.
Based on current data, Westminster 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Westminster has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Westminster is $38,393, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Westminster is $175,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $583 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 405 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,969 per 100,000, 103% above the national average.
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Westminster enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,393 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,417 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,115 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,256 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,024 |
| County GDP | $5,243M |
| Restaurants | 140 |
| Healthcare | 131 |
| Retail | 281 |
| Manufacturing | 74 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,958 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.25% |
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
| Census Median | $175,600 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $214,300 |
| Median List Price | $252,450 |
| Median List Price | $252,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $196 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $583 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,958 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.25% |
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.3% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,456/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 131 |
| Total Violent | 405.0/100K |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 40.5/100K |
| Assault | 364.5/100K |
| Total Property | 3,969.2/100K |
| 103% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 607.5/100K |
| Theft | 3,361.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 61.1 inches |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 650/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6666°N, 83.0907°W |
| County FIPS | 45073 |
Winner: Republican by 51.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.8% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 650/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 131 |
| Restaurants | 140 |
| Retail Stores | 281 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Commute | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |