Cross Anchor, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Cross Anchor is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 89.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
89 Population 116/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,925 per capita
$92,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°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
Home Value $92,600
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population89
Median Age74.0 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans25.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,925
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$905M

Housing

Home Value$92,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation674 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
CommuteN/A
Broadband25.0%
Libraries5

Is Cross Anchor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cross Anchor receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cross Anchor 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cross Anchor is $92,600, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

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

Cross Anchor enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cross Anchor has a population of 89 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 74.0 years, 90% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.7%), with 48.3% Black.

Population

89
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
74.0yrs
Median Age
90% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.2%
Female 34.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cross Anchor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cross Anchor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cross Anchor 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: Cross Anchor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,925
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$47,611

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$905M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare25
Retail101
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,790
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cross Anchor is $92,600, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,600
67% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,790
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Cross Anchor, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cross Anchor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death16,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Cross Anchor has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation674 ft (205 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates34.6442°N, 81.8580°W
County FIPS45087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 32.7-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 32.7 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 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants35
Retail Stores101

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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