Yemassee, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Colleton County County
Yemassee, SC
At a Glance
How Yemassee Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Yemassee's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Yemassee a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Yemassee residents earn a median household income of $36,923 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,606. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2% (128% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 916 business establishments, including 82 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Yemassee is $169,800 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $196,752. Median rent is $736/month, with 19.6% 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 1990.
Safety & Crime
Yemassee reports 557 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,545/100K.
Education
12.4% of adults in Yemassee hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 84.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Yemassee has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches.