South Carolina
Brunson is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 457. Residents earn $37,391 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Brunson receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Brunson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Brunson is $37,391, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Brunson is $102,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $922 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Brunson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,391 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,279 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $976 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,029 |
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 418 |
| County GDP | $692M |
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,967 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.89% |
| Commute Time | 36.6 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
| Census Median | $102,700 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $125,573 |
| Census Median Rent | $922 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,967 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.89% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.0% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.3% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 16,172/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.3 inches |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 137 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 448/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9243°N, 81.1886°W |
| County FIPS | 45049 |
Winner: Democrat by 6.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.2% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 448/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Retail Stores | 66 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 36.6 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |