Cope, SC

South Carolina

Cope is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 27.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
27 Population 108/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,907 per capita
N/A Home Value $157,333 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median Age52.9 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Veterans28.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,907
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$510M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,333

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation196 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+37.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
CommuteN/A
Broadband19.0%
Libraries2

Is Cope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cope receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cope 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%.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cope enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cope has a population of 27 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (74.1%), with 25.9% White.

Population

27
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
52.9yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.6%
Female 70.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cope vs U.S. Average

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

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,907
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$51,522

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)307
County GDP$510M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare42
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home28.6%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,333.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$157,333

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-Occupied28.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death15,722/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access32.6%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Cope has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation196 ft (60 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates33.3777°N, 81.0079°W
County FIPS45009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.3-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.7%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 15.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+37.0%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants24
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home28.6%

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