Cash, SC

South Carolina

Cash is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 645.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
645 Population 424/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,552 per capita
$57,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $57,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.0%
59% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.3%
257% higher than US avg

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

People

Population645
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density424/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,552
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty44.3%
County GDP$965M
Commute36 min

Housing

Home Value$57,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity51.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation250 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+77.5%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute36 min
Libraries2

Is Cash a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cash receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Cash has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 44.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cash is $57,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cash enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cash has a population of 645 with a density of 424 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (85.9%).

Population

645
Total Population
424
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cash vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cash vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cash is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 44.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Cash vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,552
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$41,399

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate44.3%
257% above 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 Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cash is $57,300, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,300
80% 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-Occupied88.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,280
35% below US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Cash, 51.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.0%
59% above US avg
Diabetes19.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure46.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.6%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate82.0%
Premature Death17,178/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Cash has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation250 ft (76 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density424/sq mi
Coordinates34.6196°N, 79.8895°W
County FIPS45069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.6%

Winner: Democrat by 2.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+77.5%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density424/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants30
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Work from Home4.1%

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