Gillisonville, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Gillisonville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 317.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
317 Population 269/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,606 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population317
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density269/mi²
Male / Female80% / 20%
Largest GroupWhite 15%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,606
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,148M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation71 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+94.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
CommuteN/A
Broadband56.0%
Libraries2

Is Gillisonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gillisonville receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Gillisonville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gillisonville 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.

Gillisonville has a population of 317 with a density of 269 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84.9%), with 15.1% White.

Population

317
Total Population
269
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 79.8%
Female 20.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Gillisonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gillisonville vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Gillisonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,606
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$63,809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)952
County GDP$2,148M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare49
Retail140
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,045
16% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,045
16% above US avg
In Gillisonville, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.4%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death12,832/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access55.4%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Gillisonville has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation71 ft (22 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density269/sq mi
Coordinates32.6116°N, 81.0002°W
County FIPS45053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.6-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.3%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score4.51
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density269/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants79
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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