Daviston, SC

South Carolina

Daviston is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 263.

1.1 /5.0
F Poor
263 Population 204/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $27,753 per capita
$107,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.1 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
0.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $107,700
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.9%
97% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population263
Median Age64.1 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 27%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,753
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$1,067M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$107,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation38 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.9%
High School+49.8%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute29 min
Libraries4

Is Daviston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Daviston receives an overall livability score of 1.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Daviston faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Daviston is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Daviston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Daviston has a population of 263 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 64.1 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (72.6%), with 27.4% White.

Population

263
Total Population
204
People / sq mi
64.1yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Daviston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Daviston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Daviston is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Daviston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,753
Avg Weekly Wage$953
IRS Avg AGI$42,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)640
County GDP$1,067M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare51
Retail109
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,171
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Daviston is $107,700, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,700
62% 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-Occupied49.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,171
38% below US avg
Effective Rate2.02%
In Daviston, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 38.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.3%
44% above US avg
Diabetes19.0%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure44.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD10.9%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity38.1%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress18.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.7%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death15,828/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access24.0%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Daviston has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation38 ft (12 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates33.8862°N, 79.3718°W
County FIPS45089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.6%
D 60.3%

Winner: Democrat by 21.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.9%
97% below US avg
High School+49.8%
School Test Score4.51
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants29
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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