Due West, SC

South Carolina

Due West is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,185. Residents earn $52,059 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,185 Population 723/sq mi density
$52,059 Median Income $26,671 per capita
$178,500 Home Value $252,310 Zillow
$936 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$52,059 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$178,500 home value, $936/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,059
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.4%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $936
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,185
Median Age21.6 yrs
Density723/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,059
Per Capita$26,671
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$846M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,500
Rent$936
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,310

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation679 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.4%
High School+97.4%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Due West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Due West receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Due West stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Due West is $52,059, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Due West is $178,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Due West 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.

Due West has a population of 1,185 with a density of 723 people per square mile. The median age is 21.6 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.4%), with 21.9% Black.

Population

1,185
Total Population
723
People / sq mi
21.6yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Due West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Due West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Due West is $52,059, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Due West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,059
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,671
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$55,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below 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 Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Due West is $178,500, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,310.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,500
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,310

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$936
20% 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-Occupied64.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,387
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Due West, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Due West vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death12,941/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Due West 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

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density723/sq mi
Coordinates34.3348°N, 82.3903°W
County FIPS45001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 43.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above 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+43.4%
29% above US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score4.51
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density723/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants31
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home1.7%

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