Floydale, SC

South Carolina

Floydale is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 236. Residents earn $19,628 per year, which is 74% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
236 Population 116/sq mi density
$19,628 Median Income $17,475 per capita
$75,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$19,628 median income, 14.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$75,500 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,628
74% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 68.1%
449% higher than US avg

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

People

Population236
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

F
Median Income$19,628
Per Capita$17,475
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty68.1%
County GDP$1,039M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation108 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+93.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute30 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries4

Is Floydale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Floydale receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Floydale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Floydale is $19,628, 74% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 68.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Floydale is $75,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Floydale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Floydale has a population of 236 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

236
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Floydale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Floydale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Floydale is $19,628, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 68.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Floydale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,628
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,475
Avg Weekly Wage$807
IRS Avg AGI$43,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% above US avg
Poverty Rate68.1%
449% above US avg
Establishments (County)531
County GDP$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare58
Retail110
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Floydale is $75,500, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,500
73% 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-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Floydale, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD10.2%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.7%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death19,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Floydale has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates34.3211°N, 79.3370°W
County FIPS45033
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 10.8-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score4.51
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants60
Retail Stores110

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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