Dalzell, SC

South Carolina

Dalzell is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,949. Residents earn $52,723 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,949 Population 504/sq mi density
$52,723 Median Income $27,526 per capita
$155,000 Home Value $217,427 Zillow
$961 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$52,723 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,000 home value, $961/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,723
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $961
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,949
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density504/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,723
Per Capita$27,526
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$507M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,000
Rent$961
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,427

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation231 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+97.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 56%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Dalzell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dalzell receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dalzell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dalzell is $52,723, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dalzell is $155,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dalzell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dalzell has a population of 2,949 with a density of 504 people per square mile. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.7%), with 41% Black.

Population

2,949
Total Population
504
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dalzell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dalzell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dalzell is $52,723, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Dalzell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,723
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,526
Avg Weekly Wage$954
IRS Avg AGI$45,713

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$507M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare13
Retail43
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,457
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dalzell is $155,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,427.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,000
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,427
Median List Price$264,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$264,900
$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$961
17% 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-Occupied58.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,457
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Dalzell, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate80.6%
Premature Death17,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access27.1%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Dalzell has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation231 ft (70 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density504/sq mi
Coordinates34.0203°N, 80.4329°W
County FIPS45061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 55.8%

Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density504/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants18
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home0.4%

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