Eastover, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Eastover is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 566. Residents earn $22,750 per year, which is 70% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
566 Population 468/sq mi density
$22,750 Median Income $17,163 per capita
$110,400 Home Value $69,578 Zillow
$680 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$22,750 median income, 5.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$110,400 home value, $680/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,750
70% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.4%
161% higher than US avg

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

People

Population566
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density468/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 13%

Economy

D
Median Income$22,750
Per Capita$17,163
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty32.4%
County GDP$911M
Commute31 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$110,400
Rent$680
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$69,578

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation190 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+71.2%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute31 min
Libraries2

Is Eastover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eastover receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Eastover has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eastover is $22,750, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 32.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eastover is $110,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Eastover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Eastover has a population of 566 with a density of 468 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (81.4%), with 13.4% White, 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

566
Total Population
468
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29%
Female 71%

Race & Ethnicity

Eastover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eastover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eastover is $22,750, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Eastover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,750
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,163
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$63,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.4%
161% above US avg
Establishments (County)287
County GDP$911M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare21
Retail33
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,059
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Eastover is $110,400, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $69,578.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,400
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$69,578

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% 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-Occupied57.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,059
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.77%
In Eastover, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes17.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure44.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.0%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.7%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate83.4%
Premature Death14,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access20.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Eastover has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.2 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density468/sq mi
Coordinates33.8779°N, 80.6949°W
County FIPS45017
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+71.2%
School Test Score4.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density468/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants11
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home13.2%

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