What are the schools like in Richburg, SC?

Richburg is served primarily by Chester 01. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in Richburg?

The median household income in Richburg, SC is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 15.4%.

What is the weather like in Richburg, SC?

Richburg has an average high temperature of 52.2°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Richburg, SC affordable or expensive?

Richburg's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Richburg is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $152,900 and the median rent is $730 per month.

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

Richburg has a violent crime rate of 611.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1739.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Richburg, SC a Good Place to Live?

Richburg is a small town of 354 in South Carolina, with a median household income of N/A and a 15.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Richburg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Richburg 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

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

Metric	Richburg, SC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$152,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$730	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	93.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Richburg's violent crime rate is 611.0 per 100,000 residents — 61% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

611.0 /100k

Property Crime

1739.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Richburg is served primarily by Chester 01. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Richburg, SC	National Avg
School District	Chester 01	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Richburg sees average highs of 52.2°F in January and 90.1°F in July, with 45.9 inches of annual precipitation and 2.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Richburg, SC
Average High — January	52.2°F
Average High — July	90.1°F
Annual Precipitation	45.9"
Annual Snowfall	2.6"

Demographics

Metric	Richburg, SC	National Avg
Population	354	—
Median Age	53.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	15.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	19.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	76.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.7%	6.3%
Under 18	16.1%	22.2%
65 and over	35.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fort Lawn, SC 7 mi Eureka Mill, SC 10 mi Catawba, SC 11 mi Chester, SC 11 mi Irwin, SC 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Richburg

Richburg, SC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

29729

Richburg vs Other Cities

Richburg, SC vs Fort Lawn, SC Richburg, SC vs Eureka Mill, SC Richburg, SC vs Catawba, SC Richburg, SC vs Chester, SC Richburg, SC vs Irwin, SC

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richburg, SC affordable or expensive?

Richburg's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Richburg roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $152,900 and median rent is $730/month.

What is the crime rate in Richburg, SC?

Richburg's violent crime rate is 611.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1739.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Richburg?

Public schools in Richburg are operated by Chester 01. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 17.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Richburg, SC a good place to live?

Richburg, SC has a population of 354, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 15.4%. 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 Richburg?

Richburg averages 52.2°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.9 inches with about 2.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Richburg?

Richburg, SC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 29729.

What is the population of Richburg?

The population of Richburg, South Carolina is 354 with a median age of 53.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Richburg?

Key numbers for living in Richburg: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $152,900, median household income N/A, crime index 130 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Richburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.