Gray Court, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Gray Court is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 731. Residents earn $64,286 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
731 Population 387/sq mi density
$64,286 Median Income $28,427 per capita
$168,800 Home Value $207,015 Zillow
$883 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$64,286 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,800 home value, $883/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,286
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population731
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density387/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 43%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,286
Per Capita$28,427
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$2,914M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,800
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,015

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation796 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+76.6%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Gray Court a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gray Court 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. Gray Court offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gray Court is $64,286, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gray Court is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gray Court enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°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.

Gray Court has a population of 731 with a density of 387 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43%), with 41.2% Black.

Population

731
Total Population
387
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gray Court vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.0%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gray Court vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gray Court is $64,286, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Gray Court vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,286
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,427
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$52,027

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,049
County GDP$2,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare68
Retail196
Manufacturing79

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Gray Court is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$207,015
Median List Price$349,995

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,995
$/Sq Ft$60
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.9%
Price Drops5.3%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% 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-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Gray Court, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gray Court vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death13,904/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access52.3%
Healthcare Facilities68

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Gray Court has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°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

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation796 ft (243 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density387/sq mi
Coordinates34.6083°N, 82.1151°W
County FIPS45059
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+76.6%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density387/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants93
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home4.8%

Nearby Cities

Compare Gray Court with another city: