South Carolina
Allendale is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,595. Residents earn $25,250 per year, which is 66% below the national average.
Based on current data, Allendale receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Allendale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Allendale is $25,250, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 44.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Allendale is $65,300, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $685 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 963 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,698 per 100,000, 89% above the national average.
20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. School test scores average 2.3/10, below typical benchmarks.
Allendale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $25,250 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $17,054 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,524 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 44.7% |
| 260% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 427 |
| County GDP | $701M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.71% |
| Commute Time | 31.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.1% |
| Census Median | $65,300 |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $63,508 |
| Census Median Rent | $685 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Studio | $678 |
| 1 Bedroom | $823 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $902 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,216 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,246 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.71% |
| Obesity | 50.1% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 47.4% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.4% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.3% |
| Premature Death | 17,191/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Total Violent | 963.3/100K |
| 154% above US avg | |
| Murder | 62.2/100K |
| 887% above US avg | |
| Rape | 31.1/100K |
| Robbery | 155.4/100K |
| Assault | 714.7/100K |
| Total Property | 3,698.0/100K |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,553.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,051.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 93.2/100K |
| Arson | 62.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.8 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 189 ft (58 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 784/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0080°N, 81.3092°W |
| County FIPS | 45011 |
Winner: Republican by 15.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.9% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.7% |
| School Test Score | 2.28 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 784/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 72 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 31.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.1% |