Cokesbury, SC

South Carolina

Cokesbury is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 341.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
341 Population 578/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,836 per capita
$78,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $78,700
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.2%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population341
Median Age71.7 yrs
Density578/mi²
Male / Female7% / 94%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,836
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,899M

Housing

Home Value$78,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation636 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+97.7%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4

Is Cokesbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cokesbury receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cokesbury faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cokesbury is $78,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cokesbury enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cokesbury has a population of 341 with a density of 578 people per square mile. The median age is 71.7 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (97.7%), with 2.3% White.

Population

341
Total Population
578
People / sq mi
71.7yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 6.5%
Female 93.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cokesbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cokesbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cokesbury is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cokesbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,836
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$59,018

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,569
County GDP$4,899M

Business (County)

Restaurants144
Healthcare135
Retail282
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,160
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.02%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cokesbury is $78,700, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,700
72% 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-Occupied51.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,160
10% below US avg
Effective Rate4.02%
In Cokesbury, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure40.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate81.7%
Premature Death13,119/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities135

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Cokesbury has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density578/sq mi
Coordinates34.2900°N, 82.2087°W
County FIPS45047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 29 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.2%
91% below US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score4.51
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density578/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants144
Retail Stores282

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home5.2%

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