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Wilkinson Heights, SC
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Wilkinson Heights, SC
At a Glance
How Wilkinson Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wilkinson Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wilkinson Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wilkinson Heights residents earn a median household income of $22,714 , which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,258. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,850 business establishments, including 183 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wilkinson Heights is $76,300 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $156,094. Median rent is $788/month, with 46.3% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Wilkinson Heights reports 663 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,806/100K.
Education
9.2% of adults in Wilkinson Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 67.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wilkinson Heights has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.