Danwood, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Danwood is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 384. Residents earn $120,188 per year, which is 60% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
384 Population 202/sq mi density
$120,188 Median Income $41,000 per capita
$181,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$120,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,500 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $120,188
60% higher than US avg
Home Value $181,500
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population384
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density202/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$120,188
Per Capita$41,000
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$9,981M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation105 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+97.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Libraries7

Is Danwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danwood receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Danwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Danwood is $120,188, which is significantly higher than the national average — 60% above $75,149. This places Danwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danwood is $181,500, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% 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

Danwood 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 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Danwood has a population of 384 with a density of 202 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

384
Total Population
202
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Danwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Danwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danwood is $120,188, which is 60% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Danwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$120,188
60% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$66,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,740
County GDP$9,981M

Business (County)

Restaurants341
Healthcare438
Retail674
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,661
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Danwood is $181,500, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,500
36% 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-Occupied83.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,661
24% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Danwood, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma9.4%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death14,827/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access53.6%
Healthcare Facilities438

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Danwood 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 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density202/sq mi
Coordinates34.0903°N, 79.7695°W
County FIPS45041
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density202/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities438
Restaurants341
Retail Stores674

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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