Westminster, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Oconee County County
Westminster, SC
At a Glance
How Westminster Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Westminster's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Westminster a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Westminster residents earn a median household income of $38,393 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,417. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8% (89% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,024 business establishments, including 140 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Westminster is $175,600 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $225,104. Median rent is $583/month, with 28.8% 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
Westminster reports 206 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,644/100K.
Education
21.8% of adults in Westminster hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 82.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Westminster has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches.