South Carolina
Estill is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,287. Residents earn $36,547 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Estill receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Estill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Estill is $36,547, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Estill is $79,500, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $760 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.
With 1,931 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,116 per 100,000, 110% above the national average.
7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Estill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 89.7% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.3% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,547 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,704 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $976 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,029 |
| Unemployment | 8.1% |
| 125% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.4% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 418 |
| County GDP | $692M |
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,967 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.73% |
| Commute Time | 42.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |
| Census Median | $79,500 |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $93,016 |
| Census Median Rent | $760 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,967 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.73% |
| Obesity | 44.9% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.8% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.8% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 74.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.7% |
| Premature Death | 16,172/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Total Violent | 1,930.9/100K |
| 408% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 101.6/100K |
| Robbery | 50.8/100K |
| Assault | 1,778.5/100K |
| Total Property | 4,115.9/100K |
| 110% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,032.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,930.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 152.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.3 inches |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 111 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 569/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7539°N, 81.2412°W |
| County FIPS | 45049 |
Winner: Democrat by 6.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.0% |
| 79% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 569/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Retail Stores | 66 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 42.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |