Cordova, SC

South Carolina

Cordova is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 160. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
160 Population 364/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $26,313 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $120,000 Zillow
$890 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $890/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population160
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density364/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$26,313
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$4,007M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$890
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,000

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation248 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 62%
Commute16 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries7

Is Cordova a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cordova receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Cordova offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cordova is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cordova is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cordova enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cordova has a population of 160 with a density of 364 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 5.6% Black.

Population

160
Total Population
364
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cordova vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cordova vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cordova is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Cordova vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,313
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$53,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,850
County GDP$4,007M

Business (County)

Restaurants183
Healthcare217
Retail340
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,721
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cordova is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,000.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% 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-Occupied58.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,721
22% below US avg
Effective Rate3.20%
In Cordova, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death16,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access49.4%
Healthcare Facilities217

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Safety Score

Cordova has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation248 ft (76 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density364/sq mi
Coordinates33.4345°N, 80.9210°W
County FIPS45075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.6-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.2%
D 61.8%

Winner: Democrat by 24.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density364/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities217
Restaurants183
Retail Stores340

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Work from Home7.1%

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