Gayle Mill, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Gayle Mill is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,119.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
1,119 Population 1,695/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $17,801 per capita
$26,800 Home Value
$710 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $26,800
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $710
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,119
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density1,695/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,801
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$1,822M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$26,800
Rent$710
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation462 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+62.5%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute35 min
Libraries4

Is Gayle Mill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gayle Mill receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Gayle Mill faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gayle Mill is $26,800, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gayle Mill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gayle Mill has a population of 1,119 with a density of 1,695 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.6%), with 21.4% Black.

Population

1,119
Total Population
1,695
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gayle Mill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gayle Mill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gayle Mill is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Gayle Mill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,801
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$52,276

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)671
County GDP$1,822M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare48
Retail91
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,743
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Gayle Mill is $26,800, 90% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $710 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$26,800
90% below US avg
Median List Price$279,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$279,000
$/Sq Ft$41
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio80.1%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$710
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,743
22% below US avg
Effective Rate10.24%
In Gayle Mill, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 39.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gayle Mill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.7%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure43.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD11.0%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity39.0%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.4%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death17,890/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access28.5%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Gayle Mill has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation462 ft (141 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,695/sq mi
Coordinates34.7022°N, 81.2392°W
County FIPS45023
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+62.5%
School Test Score4.51
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,695/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants50
Retail Stores91

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Work from Home4.4%

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