Grover, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Grover is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 390.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
390 Population 151/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $25,321 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.7%
188% higher than US avg

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

People

Population390
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,321
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty35.7%
County GDP$6,706M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation79 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute28 min
Libraries3

Is Grover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grover receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Grover stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 35.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Grover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grover has a population of 390 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

390
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.9%
Female 72.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Grover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grover is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Grover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,321
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$68,380

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.7%
188% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,549
County GDP$6,706M

Business (County)

Restaurants263
Healthcare301
Retail351
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,432
2% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,432
2% below US avg
In Grover, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death8,693/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities301

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Grover has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates33.1092°N, 80.5920°W
County FIPS45035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities301
Restaurants263
Retail Stores351

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home10.9%

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