Walterboro, South Carolina

Population 5,382

Walterboro is located in Colleton County, SC. The population is 5,382, making Walterboro the largest city in Colleton County.

There are 7 public schools in Walterboro with an average Homefacts rating of C. The total crime rate for Walterboro is moderate , and there are 10 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Walterboro is moderate and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Walterboro property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Walterboro include Round O, Ruffin and Canadys.

Walterboro Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Average
  • No High School Diploma: 13.7%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 66.2%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 20.2%

Crime Rate

59.97% Higher than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 258
  • Violent Crimes: 387
  • Robbery: 74
  • Burglary: 424
  • Property Crime: 5
  • Larceny Theft: 5

Registered Offenders

27.12% Higher than national avg.
  • 10 offenders in Walterboro
  • 18.58 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

76 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 0
  • Registered Polluters: 6
  • Superfunds: 5
  • Tanks & Spills: 65

Unemployment

Moderate 3.5%
  • South Carolina unemployment average: 3.2%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

Schools view all

7 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 7 K-12 public schools in Walterboro, SC and 4 private schools. Homefacts rates Walterboro's schools as Average, with an overall C rating.
4 Private Schools

Colleton Preparatory Academy

Faith Baptist Academy

First Baptist Kindergarten

North Walterboro Christian Academy

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1 Colleges & Universities view all colleges & universities

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1 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2012, the city of Walterboro, SC issued 1 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2011, the city of Walterboro, SC issued 1 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $627
  • 1 Bedroom: $654
  • 2 Bedrooms: $745
  • 3 Bedrooms: $921
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,044

Zip Codes

29488

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Environmental Hazards

76 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (386/398)
    Walterboro, SC has 96.98% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 3 COUNTY
    Walterboro, SC is a green zone.
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  • UV Index HIGH 6.02 Average
    Walterboro, SC is a high risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 49.47°
  • February 52.4°
  • March 59.2°
  • April 66.92°
  • May 74.7°
  • June 81.09°
  • July 83.2°
  • August 82.63°
  • September 77.5°
  • October 67.98°
  • November 57.33°
  • December 53°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Walterboro, SC

Earthquakes
Walterboro, SC has a moderate risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Walterboro, SC has a high risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Walterboro, SC has a moderate risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Walterboro, SC has a high risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Walterboro, SC: $27,175

Unemployment

Unemployment in Walterboro is 3.5%. It is moderate in comparison to the state and national averages, 3.2% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 57.59%
White Collar - 42.41%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Nikki R. Haley
  • Sen. Lindsey Graham
  • Sen. Tim Scott

City Representatives

  • James E. Clyburn

Neighborhood Info

1 Airport view all

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8 Cemeteries view all

40 FCC Towers view all

9 Fire Stations view all

1 Hospital view all

2 Libraries view all

2 Police Stations view all

2 Retirement Homes view all

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