Greeleyville, SC

South Carolina

Greeleyville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 364. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
364 Population 298/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $22,539 per capita
$100,000 Home Value $121,346 Zillow
$492 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
1,460 Violent Crime/100K 2,433 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $492/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,460 violent crimes/100K (284% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,460/100K
284% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $492
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population364
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density298/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$22,539
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$1,067M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$492
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$121,346

Crime

F
Violent1,460/100K
Property2,433/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,217/100K
Burglary1,217/100K

Health

Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation79 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+84.8%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute31 min
Libraries4

Is Greeleyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greeleyville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Greeleyville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greeleyville is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greeleyville is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $492 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,460 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,433 per 100,000, 24% above the national average.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Greeleyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Greeleyville has a population of 364 with a density of 298 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (70.1%), with 22.3% White, 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

364
Total Population
298
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Greeleyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greeleyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greeleyville is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Greeleyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,539
Avg Weekly Wage$953
IRS Avg AGI$42,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)640
County GDP$1,067M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare51
Retail109
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,171
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Greeleyville is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $492 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $121,346.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$121,346

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$492
58% 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-Occupied64.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,171
38% below US avg
Effective Rate2.17%
In Greeleyville, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure41.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate81.9%
Premature Death15,828/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access24.0%
Healthcare Facilities51
Greeleyville has a violent crime rate of 1,460 per 100,000 residents, 284% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,433 per 100,000 (24% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,459.9/100K
284% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape243.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault1,216.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,433.1/100K
24% above US avg
Burglary1,216.6/100K
Theft729.9/100K
Vehicle Theft486.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Greeleyville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density298/sq mi
Coordinates33.5802°N, 79.9900°W
County FIPS45089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.6%
D 60.3%

Winner: Democrat by 21.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density298/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants29
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home12.6%

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