What are the schools like in Kershaw, SC?

Kershaw is served primarily by Kershaw 01. The district operates 9 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.7:1.

What is the median household income in Kershaw?

The median household income in Kershaw, SC is $55,481 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.

What is the weather like in Kershaw, SC?

Kershaw has an average high temperature of 56.2°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches.

Kershaw, SC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Kershaw, SC affordable or expensive?

Kershaw's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kershaw is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $131,600 and the median rent is $684 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Kershaw, SC?

Kershaw has a violent crime rate of 436.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2112.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Kershaw, SC a Good Place to Live?

Kershaw is a small town of 2,311 in South Carolina, with a median household income of $55,481 and a 2.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Kershaw stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Kershaw is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Kershaw city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.0

Kershaw's overall cost of living index is 97.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Kershaw costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Kershaw, SC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$131,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$684	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$55,481	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Kershaw's violent crime rate is 436.7 per 100,000 residents — 15% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

436.7 /100k

Property Crime

2112.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Kershaw is served primarily by Kershaw 01. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kershaw, SC	National Avg
School District	Kershaw 01	—
Elementary Schools	9	—
Middle Schools	4	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kershaw sees average highs of 56.2°F in January and 92.2°F in July, with 38.3 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Kershaw, SC
Average High — January	56.2°F
Average High — July	92.2°F
Annual Precipitation	38.3"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Kershaw, SC	National Avg
Population	2,311	—
Median Age	31.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	60.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	23.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	33.1%	22.2%
65 and over	14.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Abney Crossroads, SC 5 mi Heath Springs, SC 6 mi Elgin, SC 11 mi Jefferson, SC 14 mi Buford, SC 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Kershaw

Kershaw, SC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

29067

Kershaw vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kershaw, SC affordable or expensive?

Kershaw's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Kershaw roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $131,600 and median rent is $684/month.

What is the crime rate in Kershaw, SC?

Kershaw's violent crime rate is 436.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2112.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Kershaw?

Public schools in Kershaw are operated by Kershaw 01. The district has 9 elementary, 4 middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.7:1. 19.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kershaw, SC a good place to live?

Kershaw, SC has a population of 2,311, a median household income of $55,481, and an unemployment rate of 2.8%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Kershaw?

Kershaw averages 56.2°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.3 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Kershaw?

Kershaw, SC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 29067.

What is the population of Kershaw?

The population of Kershaw, South Carolina is 2,311 with a median age of 31.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kershaw?

Key numbers for living in Kershaw: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $131,600, median household income $55,481, crime index 109 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kershaw side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.