Dunbar, SC

South Carolina

Dunbar is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 750. Residents earn $88,250 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
750 Population 735/sq mi density
$88,250 Median Income $21,801 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,250
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population750
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density735/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,250
Per Capita$21,801
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,016M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation17 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+86.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Dunbar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunbar receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Dunbar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunbar is $88,250, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunbar 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.

Dunbar has a population of 750 with a density of 735 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (97.2%), with 2.8% White.

Population

750
Total Population
735
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.8%
Female 67.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunbar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dunbar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunbar is $88,250, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Dunbar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,250
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$21,801
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$89,219

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,442
County GDP$4,016M

Business (County)

Restaurants185
Healthcare297
Retail318
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
In Dunbar, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure42.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression16.2%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Checkup Rate82.8%
Premature Death13,428/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access69.7%
Healthcare Facilities297

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Dunbar 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

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density735/sq mi
Coordinates33.5352°N, 79.3523°W
County FIPS45043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+86.0%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density735/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities297
Restaurants185
Retail Stores318

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home4.2%

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