Coosawhatchie, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Coosawhatchie is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 37.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
37 Population 63/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $16,454 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population37
Median Age68.9 yrs
Density63/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,454
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,873M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
CommuteN/A
Broadband10.0%
Libraries7

Is Coosawhatchie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coosawhatchie receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Coosawhatchie stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Coosawhatchie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coosawhatchie has a population of 37 with a density of 63 people per square mile. The median age is 68.9 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (43.2%).

Population

37
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
68.9yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.7%
Female 70.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Coosawhatchie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coosawhatchie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coosawhatchie 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: Coosawhatchie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,454
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$116,088

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,748
County GDP$12,873M

Business (County)

Restaurants590
Healthcare573
Retail806
Manufacturing88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities573

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Coosawhatchie has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates32.5863°N, 80.9338°W
County FIPS45013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.5-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density63/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities573
Restaurants590
Retail Stores806

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

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