South Carolina
Blackville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,778. Residents earn $26,100 per year, which is 65% below the national average.
Based on current data, Blackville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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. Blackville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Blackville is $26,100, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 26.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Blackville is $73,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $966 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 729 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 4,889 per 100,000, 149% above the national average.
5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Blackville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $26,100 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,003 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,524 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 26.3% |
| 112% 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 | 3.32% |
| Commute Time | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
| Census Median | $73,100 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $111,958 |
| Census Median Rent | $966 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.32% |
| Obesity | 47.8% |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.6% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.4% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 75.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.4% |
| Premature Death | 17,191/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Total Violent | 729.0/100K |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 85.8/100K |
| Robbery | 128.6/100K |
| Assault | 514.6/100K |
| Total Property | 4,888.5/100K |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,929.7/100K |
| Theft | 2,572.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 385.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 280 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 8.9 sq mi (23.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 199/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3478°N, 81.2949°W |
| County FIPS | 45011 |
Winner: Republican by 15.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.6% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 199/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 72 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |