Donalds, SC

South Carolina

Donalds is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 352. Residents earn $49,643 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
352 Population 424/sq mi density
$49,643 Median Income $28,283 per capita
$109,100 Home Value $191,492 Zillow
$818 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,643 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,100 home value, $818/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,643
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,100
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $818
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population352
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density424/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,643
Per Capita$28,283
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$846M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,100
Rent$818
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,492

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation727 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+88.3%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Libraries3

Is Donalds a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donalds receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, below-average incomes. Donalds offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Donalds is $49,643, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Donalds is $109,100, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $818 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Donalds enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Donalds has a population of 352 with a density of 424 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 23.3% Black.

Population

352
Total Population
424
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Donalds vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Donalds vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donalds is $49,643, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Donalds vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,643
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,283
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$55,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$846M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare25
Retail65
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,387
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Donalds is $109,100, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $818 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,492.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,100
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,492

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$818
30% 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-Occupied67.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,387
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Donalds, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death12,941/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access46.4%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Donalds has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation727 ft (222 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density424/sq mi
Coordinates34.3745°N, 82.3432°W
County FIPS45001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density424/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants31
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home14.8%

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