Browntown, SC

South Carolina

Browntown is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 80. Residents earn $20,086 per year, which is 73% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
80 Population 33/sq mi density
$20,086 Median Income $14,543 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$20,086 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,086
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.0%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age62.8 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans90.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$20,086
Per Capita$14,543
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$507M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation267 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+41.3%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 56%
CommuteN/A
Broadband40.0%
Libraries1

Is Browntown a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Browntown is $20,086, 73% 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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Browntown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Browntown has a population of 80 with a density of 33 people per square mile. The median age is 62.8 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

80
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
62.8yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%
Female 36.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Browntown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.2%
9% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Browntown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Browntown is $20,086, which is 73% 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: Browntown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,086
73% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,543
Avg Weekly Wage$954
IRS Avg AGI$45,713

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$507M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare13
Retail43
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,457
30% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied83.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,457
30% below US avg
In Browntown, 48.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 37.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.0%
50% above US avg
Diabetes20.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure48.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.5%
Stroke5.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity37.9%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.3%
Checkup Rate81.6%
Premature Death17,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access27.1%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Browntown has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation267 ft (81 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates34.2053°N, 80.3160°W
County FIPS45061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.7-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 55.8%

Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+41.3%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density33/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants18
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

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