Finklea, SC

South Carolina

Finklea is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 404.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
404 Population 150/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,728 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 22.8%
533% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population404
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density150/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 15%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,728
Unemployment22.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,918M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation79 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+91.1%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
CommuteN/A
Libraries7

Is Finklea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Finklea receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Finklea stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 22.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Finklea enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Finklea has a population of 404 with a density of 150 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (85.4%), with 14.6% White.

Population

404
Total Population
150
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.9%
Female 35.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Finklea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Finklea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Finklea is N/A. The unemployment rate is 22.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Finklea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,728
Avg Weekly Wage$921
IRS Avg AGI$53,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.8%
533% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,217
County GDP$1,918M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare148
Retail192
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home28.8%

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-Occupied42.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
In Finklea, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes18.1%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure46.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD10.2%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity35.5%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.8%
Checkup Rate81.8%
Premature Death16,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Finklea has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates34.0989°N, 78.9858°W
County FIPS37047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, 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 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score4.51
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density150/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants94
Retail Stores192

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home28.8%

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