York, SC
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York, SC
At a Glance
How York Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows York's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is York a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
York residents earn a median household income of $47,315 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,313. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,065 business establishments, including 558 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in York is $161,000 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $354,418. Median rent is $833/month, with 29.9% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
York reports 726 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 91% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,064/100K.
Education
15.9% of adults in York hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
York has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.