City vs city
Lexington, SC vs Columbia, SC
| Lexington | Columbia | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,132 | 138,019 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 2.0% | 0.9% |
| Median home value | $271,200 | $243,500 |
| Median rent | $1,360 | $1,158 |
| Household income | $83,263 | $55,653 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% | 7.6% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 32% | 25% |
| State crime /100k | 2,104 | 2,104 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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