Green Sea, SC
South Carolina · Columbus County
Green Sea is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 58.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
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How Green Sea Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Housing
Health
Climate
Education
Community
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Green Sea vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Green Sea vs U.S. Average
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $201,215 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 31.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 0.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Housing Units | 33 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
Health Metrics: Green Sea vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Cancer | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 19.7% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 12.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.2% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
| Short Sleep | 38.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,505 |
| Dentists | 1:3,563 |
| Mental Health | 1:597 |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Dental Visits | 39.3% |
| Premature Death | 16,521/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 148 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 87 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1288°N, 78.9720°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Columbus County County |
| Nearest Airport | Myrtle Beach International (MYR) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 86.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 88.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 23.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.0 in |
Green Sea has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.2") and April the driest (3.5").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 33.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Traffic Accidents | 180 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 0.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 19.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.8 sq mi |
| County | Columbus County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 0.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 122.4 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 7.0 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 148 |
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Retail Stores | 192 |
Commute & Transportation
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $234 ($141-$375) |
| Specialist Visit | $328 ($187-$515) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $187 ($94-$328) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,061 ($750-$4,685) |
| Dental Cleaning | $122 ($70-$187) |
| Dental Filling | $234 ($141-$375) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $42 ($23-$70) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $70 ($47-$112) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $281 ($141-$469) |
| Tire Rotation | $37 ($19-$70) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $562 ($375-$937) |
| Battery Replacement | $187 ($94-$328) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $94 ($56-$141) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $84 ($47-$131) |
| HVAC Repair | $375 ($141-$750) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,559 ($3,748-$11,244) |
| Roof Repair | $937 ($375-$1,874) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,433 ($5,154-$14,055) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,406 ($469-$3,280) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,055 ($4,685-$28,110) |
| DUI Defense | $4,685 ($1,874-$9,370) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,406 ($750-$2,811) |
| Will Preparation | $469 ($187-$937) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,343 ($937-$4,685) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $23 ($14-$42) |
| Women's Haircut | $52 ($28-$94) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $141 ($70-$234) |
| Manicure | $23 ($14-$42) |
| Pedicure | $37 ($23-$61) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $75 ($47-$122) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.84 ($2.81-$5.15) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.28 ($2.34-$4.69) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.56 ($2.34-$5.15) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.22 ($2.81-$6.09) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.15 ($3.75-$7.03) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.94 ($0.56-$1.69) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $131 ($75-$234) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $66 ($28-$141) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $66 ($37-$112) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $66 ($37-$94) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $61 ($28-$94) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $80 ($47-$141) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $187 ($70-$469) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,874 ($1,124-$3,280) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $66 ($28-$122) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.50-$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $94 ($28-$234) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $28 ($14-$70) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,124 ($562-$2,343) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $937 ($469-$1,874) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $375 ($187-$656) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $47 ($23-$94) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $937 ($375-$2,343) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,713 ($4,685-$28,110) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $56 ($28-$94) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $94 ($47-$187) |
| Dog Grooming | $56 ($28-$94) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $37 ($19-$70) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $281 ($141-$469) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $187 ($94-$375) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $603 |
| Toddler | $585 |
| Preschool | $502 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $487 |
| Toddler | $411 |
| Preschool | $394 |
Top Industries in Columbus County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 2,592 | 169 | $43,810 | 1.25 |
| Retail Trade | 1,933 | 193 | $30,284 | 1.34 |
| Manufacturing | 1,591 | 36 | $71,517 | 1.34 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,162 | 96 | $18,767 | 0.88 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 1,032 | 62 | $39,725 | 1.21 |
| Construction | 506 | 113 | $55,883 | 0.67 |
| Finance & Insurance | 484 | 51 | $55,405 | 0.82 |
| Other Services | 282 | 101 | $40,480 | 0.65 |
| Real Estate | 162 | 39 | $43,433 | 0.72 |
| Educational Services | 46 | 7 | $25,651 | 0.15 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 42 | 12 | $18,496 | 0.17 |
| Information & Technology | 41 | 15 | $35,593 | 0.15 |
Schools in Green Sea
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Sea Floyds High | High | 679 | 54 | 12.6:1 |
| Green Sea Floyds Elementary | Elementary | 587 | 43 | 13.7:1 |
Radio Stations near Green Sea
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 94.9 The Surf | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| WVCO - 94.9 The Surf | beach, oldies | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Easy Radio WEZV 105.9 Myrtle Beach | adult contemporary, light favorites | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Baha'i WLGI 90.9 FM | baha'i | AAC+ 128 kbps |
National Parks Near Green Sea
14 national parks and monuments found near Green Sea.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Tree Lake State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Bushy Lake State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Cheraw State Park | State Park | Free |
| Huntington Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Waccamaw State Park | State Park | Free |
| Little Pee Dee State Park | State Park | Free |
| Long Bluff State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lumber River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lumber State Natural and Scenic River | State Park | Free |
| Moores Creek National Battlefield | National Battlefield | Free |
| Myrtle Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Singletary Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warwick Mill Bay State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| White Lake State Lake | State Park | Free |
Museums in Green Sea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHADBOURN DEPOT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9106546269 | ||
| GREATER FAIR BLUFF HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| UPSTAIRS ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM |
Farmers Markets in Green Sea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion County Farmers Market | Highway 76 |
Gas Stations in Green Sea
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Green Sea
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cell Towers in Green Sea
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Lake View Site Rodgers Road | TOWER | 93 |
Bridges in Green Sea
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1981 | 32 | 8,600 | P | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1981 | 150 | 4,300 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1981 | 150 | 4,300 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1965 | 23 | 3,600 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1965 | 23 | 3,600 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1931 | 150 | 2,400 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1933 | 33 | 2,400 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1931 | 21 | 1,450 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1959 | 45 | 600 | P | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1962 | 45 | 275 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1968 | 30 | 250 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 2001 | 30 | 250 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1997 | 30 | 250 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1995 | 28 | 250 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1995 | 30 | 250 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1988 | 42 | 250 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1966 | 75 | 250 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1966 | 45 | 250 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1966 | 45 | 250 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1977 | 60 | 175 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1961 | 60 | 150 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1953 | 41 | 100 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1962 | 30 | 25 | F |
Airports Near Green Sea
39 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Myrtle Beach International Airport | MYR | Large Airport |
| Grand Strand Airport | CRE | Medium Airport |
| Lumberton Regional Airport | LBT | Medium Airport |
| Adams Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bear Pen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bladenboro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buie Field | - | Small Airport |
| Carolina Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Grove Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chicken Coop Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clio Crop Care Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cockfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Columbus County Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Conway Horry County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cox Field | - | Small Airport |
| Curtis L Brown Jr Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dillon County Airport | DLL | Small Airport |
| Dublin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Elkins Field | - | Small Airport |
| Green Sea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hemingway Stuckey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jordan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laurinburg Maxton Airport | MXE | Small Airport |
| Marion County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mitchell Field | - | Small Airport |
| Mynatt Field | - | Small Airport |
| Myrtle Beach Hardee Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Odell Williamson Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Price Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Robert F Swinnie Airport | ADR | Small Airport |
| Rocking A Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Southern Comforts Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Strickland Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tailwinds Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Twin City Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Twin Oak Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Weaver Field | - | Small Airport |
| Yonder Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zombie Air Force Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Green Sea
11 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Aynor Police Department | ||
| Chadbourn Police Department | ||
| Fair Bluff Police Department | ||
| Horry County Sheriff's Department | ||
| Horry County Sheriff's Department | ||
| Lake View Police Department | ||
| Loris Police Department | ||
| Nichols Police Department | 514 Mullins Street | |
| Robeson County Sheriff's Office | ||
| South Carolina Highway Patrol | 4195 US-701 | |
| Tabor City Police Department |
Grocery Stores in Green Sea
4 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| DOLLAR GENERAL 11244 | Other | 5240 Highway 9 |
| Family Dollar 13236 | Other | 5264 Highway 9 |
| Gridiron Meats | Grocery Store | 5282 Highway 9 |
| Sugar Bears | Convenience Store | 5282 Highway 9 |
Post Offices in Green Sea
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Green Sea Post Office | 5272 S.C. 9 |
Treatment Centers in Green Sea
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Shoreline Behavioral Health Services | Substance Abuse | 843-365-8884 x218 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Green Sea
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CAROLINA BAPTIST CHURCH | 2401 CHURCH RD |
| FREE MINISTRY | 2975 CHURCH RD |
| GREEN SEA BAPTIST CHURCH | 1241 GREEN SEA RD |
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UFO Sightings Near Green Sea
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Green Sea.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Green sea, SC | 2005 | 2-3 hour observation of Triangle craft while hunting top of trees 150 to 160 yards away |
Historic Markers Near Green Sea
1 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Green Sea.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Green Sea Baptist Church | Marker is at the intersection of Green Sea Road (State Highway 410) and Fair Bluff Highway (State Highway S-26-33), on the left when traveling north on Green Sea Road. |
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What is the population of Green Sea?
Green Sea has a population of 58 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The population is 0% female and 100% male.
Is Green Sea expensive to live in?
Green Sea is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.7 / below the baseline of 100.
What is the weather like in Green Sea?
Green Sea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow.
How are the schools in Green Sea?
Schools in Green Sea have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 0.0% of adults in Green Sea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 0.0% have completed high school. 19.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Green Sea?
The obesity rate in Green Sea is 35.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.7% of adults are smokers. 30.2% are physically inactive. 22.4% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 38.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,505.
What are the demographics of Green Sea?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Green Sea is 100% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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