Arial, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Arial is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,024. Residents earn $50,132 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,024 Population 444/sq mi density
$50,132 Median Income $29,452 per capita
$169,200 Home Value
$749 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,132 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$169,200 home value, $749/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,132
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,200
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $749
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

How Arial Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,024
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density444/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,132
Per Capita$29,452
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$6,019M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,200
Rent$749
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation1,025 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+87.2%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Libraries4

Is Arial a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arial receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Arial offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arial is $50,132, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arial is $169,200, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Arial enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Arial has a population of 2,024 with a density of 444 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 5.1% Black.

Population

2,024
Total Population
444
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Arial vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arial vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arial is $50,132, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Arial vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,132
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,452
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$73,256

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,956
County GDP$6,019M

Business (County)

Restaurants263
Healthcare211
Retail364
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,968
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Arial is $169,200, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $749 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,200
40% below US avg
Median List Price$399,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,000
$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$749
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,968
13% above US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Arial, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Arial vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death10,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access72.6%
Healthcare Facilities211

Crime Rates: Arial vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Arial has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,025 ft (312 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density444/sq mi
Coordinates34.8461°N, 82.6406°W
County FIPS45077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density444/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities211
Restaurants263
Retail Stores364

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Work from Home2.0%

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