Glenn Springs, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Glenn Springs is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 173.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
173 Population 78/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,887 per capita
$269,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $269,100
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.3%
28% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.9%
369% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population173
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density78/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,887
Unemployment16.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$22,980M

Housing

Home Value$269,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation715 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.3%
High School+87.5%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
CommuteN/A
Broadband51.0%
Libraries10

Is Glenn Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenn Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Glenn Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 16.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenn Springs is $269,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenn Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Glenn Springs has a population of 173 with a density of 78 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

173
Total Population
78
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenn Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Glenn Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenn Springs is N/A. The unemployment rate is 16.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Glenn Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,887
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$67,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.9%
369% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,388
County GDP$22,980M

Business (County)

Restaurants644
Healthcare647
Retail1,084
Manufacturing421

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,607
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenn Springs is $269,100, 5% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$269,100
5% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,607
3% above US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Glenn Springs, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Glenn Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma8.1%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death11,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities647

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Glenn Springs has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates34.8120°N, 81.8505°W
County FIPS45083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 43.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.6-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.3%
28% above US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score4.51
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density78/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities647
Restaurants644
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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