Bonneau, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Bonneau is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 536. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
536 Population 177/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $32,056 per capita
$235,500 Home Value $307,970 Zillow
$1,188 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$235,500 home value, $1,188/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $235,500
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.4%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population536
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

C+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$32,056
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty20.4%
County GDP$14,302M
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$235,500
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$307,970

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Elevation54 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+89.3%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute38 min
Libraries8

Is Bonneau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonneau receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bonneau offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonneau is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonneau is $235,500, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bonneau enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bonneau has a population of 536 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 5.4% Hispanic, 16% Black.

Population

536
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonneau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bonneau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonneau is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Bonneau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,056
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$77,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.4%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,143
County GDP$14,302M

Business (County)

Restaurants340
Healthcare372
Retail511
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,321
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonneau is $235,500, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,970.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,500
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$307,970

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above 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-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,321
23% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Bonneau, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.2%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death9,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities372

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Bonneau has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation54 ft (16 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates33.3136°N, 79.9539°W
County FIPS45015
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities372
Restaurants340
Retail Stores511

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Work from Home9.5%

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