Clio, SC

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.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
591 Population 687/sq mi density
$28,875 Median Income $26,301 per capita
$69,300 Home Value $124,498 Zillow
$542 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
1,001 Violent Crime/100K 4,006 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,875 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,300 home value, $542/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,001 violent crimes/100K (164% above avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,875
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,300
75% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,001/100K
164% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $542
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population591
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density687/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 14%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,875
Per Capita$26,301
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$965M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,300
Rent$542
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$124,498

Crime

F
Violent1,001/100K
Property4,006/100K
Murder143.1/100K
Assault143/100K
Burglary2,289/100K

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation194 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+91.7%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute49 min
Libraries2

Is Clio a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Clio has a population of 591 with a density of 687 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (57.5%), with 13.7% White, 10% Hispanic.

Population

591
Total Population
687
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Clio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.3%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.7%
77% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Clio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clio is $28,875, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Clio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,875
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,301
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$41,399

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below 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 Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.1 min
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Clio is $69,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $124,498.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,300
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$124,498

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$542
53% below 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-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,280
35% below US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Clio, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 37.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes17.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure45.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.9%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity37.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.4%
Checkup Rate80.9%
Premature Death17,178/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access39.0%
Healthcare Facilities40
Clio has a violent crime rate of 1,001 per 100,000 residents, 164% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,006 per 100,000 (104% above US avg). The murder rate is 143.1 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,001.4/100K
164% above US avg
Murder143.1/100K
2171% above US avg
Rape143.1/100K
Robbery572.3/100K
Assault143.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,005.7/100K
104% above US avg
Burglary2,289.0/100K
Theft1,716.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Clio has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density687/sq mi
Coordinates34.5790°N, 79.5461°W
County FIPS45069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% 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+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score4.51
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density687/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants30
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.1 min
Work from Home1.2%

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