Fingerville, SC

South Carolina

Fingerville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 238.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
238 Population 992/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $4,820 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 77.1%
522% higher than US avg

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

People

Population238
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density992/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,820
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty77.1%
County GDP$734M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain64.4 in/yr
Elevation785 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+13.5%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
CommuteN/A
Broadband89.0%
Libraries2

Is Fingerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fingerville receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Fingerville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 77.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fingerville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fingerville has a population of 238 with a density of 992 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (63%), with 37% White.

Population

238
Total Population
992
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.2%
Female 61.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fingerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fingerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fingerville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 77.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Fingerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,820
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$80,337

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate77.1%
522% above US avg
Establishments (County)707
County GDP$734M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare51
Retail62
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,014
15% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

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-Occupied9.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,014
15% above US avg
In Fingerville, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD10.0%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death10,657/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Fingerville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.4 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation785 ft (239 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density992/sq mi
Coordinates35.1351°N, 82.0004°W
County FIPS37149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.2-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 25.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+13.5%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density992/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants57
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

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