Whitmire, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Union County County
Whitmire, SC
At a Glance
How Whitmire Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Whitmire's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Whitmire a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Whitmire residents earn a median household income of $32,188 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,772. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 37.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 490 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whitmire is $51,900 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $88,198. Median rent is $783/month, with 18.6% 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 1956.
Safety & Crime
Whitmire reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,650/100K.
Education
11.5% of adults in Whitmire hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 80.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Whitmire has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches.