South Carolina
Clio is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 591. Residents earn $28,875 per year, which is 62% below the national average.
Based on current data, Clio receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, long commute times. Clio has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Clio is $28,875, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Clio is $69,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $542 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,001 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,006 per 100,000, 104% above the national average.
6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Clio 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.
| English Only | 76.3% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 23.7% |
| 77% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $28,875 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,301 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,399 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 334 |
| County GDP | $965M |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 85 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,280 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.29% |
| Commute Time | 49.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |
| Census Median | $69,300 |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $124,498 |
| Census Median Rent | $542 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,280 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.29% |
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.2% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.4% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 72.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.9% |
| Premature Death | 17,178/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 39.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Total Violent | 1,001.4/100K |
| 164% above US avg | |
| Murder | 143.1/100K |
| 2171% above US avg | |
| Rape | 143.1/100K |
| Robbery | 572.3/100K |
| Assault | 143.1/100K |
| Total Property | 4,005.7/100K |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,289.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,716.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 194 ft (59 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 687/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5790°N, 79.5461°W |
| County FIPS | 45069 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.2% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 687/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Retail Stores | 85 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 49.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |