Elliott, SC

South Carolina

Elliott is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 347. Residents earn $39,306 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
347 Population 188/sq mi density
$39,306 Median Income $18,884 per capita
$86,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$39,306 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,700 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,306
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.0%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.9%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density188/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 32%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,306
Per Capita$18,884
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$507M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation174 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.0%
High School+78.1%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 56%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Elliott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elliott receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Elliott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elliott is $39,306, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elliott is $86,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 78.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Elliott enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Elliott has a population of 347 with a density of 188 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (62.8%), with 32% White.

Population

347
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.1%
Female 36.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Elliott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.0%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.0%
12% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Elliott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elliott is $39,306, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Elliott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,306
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,884
Avg Weekly Wage$954
IRS Avg AGI$45,713

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$507M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare13
Retail43
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,457
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elliott is $86,700, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,700
69% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,457
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.83%
In Elliott, 49.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 41.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.9%
55% above US avg
Diabetes21.7%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure50.1%
Asthma12.0%
COPD10.6%
Stroke6.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity41.4%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate81.7%
Premature Death17,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access27.1%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Elliott has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates34.1109°N, 80.1710°W
County FIPS45061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 36.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 55.8%

Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.0%
7% above US avg
High School+78.1%
School Test Score4.51
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density188/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants18
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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