South Carolina
Greenwood is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 22,527. Residents earn $40,253 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Greenwood receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Greenwood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Greenwood is $40,253, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Greenwood is $123,400, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 996 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 6,134 per 100,000, 213% above the national average.
20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Greenwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 90.8% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.2% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,253 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,831 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,025 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,018 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,569 |
| County GDP | $4,899M |
| Restaurants | 144 |
| Healthcare | 135 |
| Retail | 282 |
| Manufacturing | 51 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,160 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.56% |
| Commute Time | 16.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
| Census Median | $123,400 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $183,459 |
| Median List Price | $228,750 |
| Median List Price | $228,750 |
| $/Sq Ft | $150 |
| Homes Sold | 22 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.1% |
| Price Drops | 21.6% |
| Inventory | 88 |
| Census Median Rent | $826 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,032 |
| Studio | $703 |
| 1 Bedroom | $757 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $934 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,135 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,275 |
| Owner-Occupied | 45.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,160 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.56% |
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.3% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.0% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,119/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 135 |
| Total Violent | 995.9/100K |
| 162% above US avg | |
| Murder | 8.6/100K |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Rape | 111.1/100K |
| Robbery | 196.6/100K |
| Assault | 679.6/100K |
| Total Property | 6,133.5/100K |
| 213% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,179.7/100K |
| Theft | 4,800.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 153.9/100K |
| Arson | 29.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 628 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 16.7 sq mi (43.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,350/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1954°N, 82.1537°W |
| County FIPS | 45047 |
Winner: Republican by 29 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.8% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.82 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,350/sq mi |
| Total Area | 16.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 135 |
| Restaurants | 144 |
| Retail Stores | 282 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 16.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |