Blenheim, SC

South Carolina

Blenheim is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 46. Residents earn $66,667 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
46 Population 71/sq mi density
$66,667 Median Income $28,957 per capita
$142,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,500 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,667
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,500
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,667
Per Capita$28,957
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$965M

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation114 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
CommuteN/A
Broadband30.0%
Libraries2

Is Blenheim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blenheim receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Blenheim stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blenheim is $66,667, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blenheim is $142,500, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Blenheim enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blenheim has a population of 46 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.1%), with 15.2% Hispanic, 8.7% Black.

Population

46
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Blenheim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blenheim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blenheim is $66,667, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Blenheim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,667
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,957
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$41,399

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)334
County GDP$965M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare40
Retail85
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,280
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blenheim is $142,500, 49% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,500
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,280
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Blenheim, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure42.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death17,178/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access39.0%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Blenheim has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation114 ft (35 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates34.5098°N, 79.6525°W
County FIPS45069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.4-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.6%

Winner: Democrat by 2.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.51
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants30
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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