Harleyville, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Harleyville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 653. Residents earn $60,231 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
653 Population 616/sq mi density
$60,231 Median Income $30,309 per capita
$192,700 Home Value $216,537 Zillow
$742 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
576 Violent Crime/100K 3,746 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$60,231 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$192,700 home value, $742/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
576 violent crimes/100K (52% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,231
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,700
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 576/100K
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population653
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density616/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,231
Per Capita$30,309
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$6,706M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,700
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$216,537

Crime

F
Violent576/100K
Property3,746/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault432/100K
Burglary576/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Elevation89 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+88.9%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute30 min
Libraries3

Is Harleyville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harleyville is $60,231, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harleyville is $192,700, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 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

The violent crime rate of 576 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,746 per 100,000, 91% above the national average.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Harleyville 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. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Harleyville has a population of 653 with a density of 616 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.5%), with 23.7% Black.

Population

653
Total Population
616
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Harleyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harleyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harleyville is $60,231, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Harleyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,231
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,309
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$68,380

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Harleyville is $192,700, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,537.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,700
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$216,537

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% 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-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,432
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In Harleyville, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death8,693/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities301
Harleyville has a violent crime rate of 576 per 100,000 residents, 52% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,746 per 100,000 (91% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent576.4/100K
52% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape144.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault432.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,746.4/100K
91% above US avg
Burglary576.4/100K
Theft2,881.8/100K
Vehicle Theft288.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Harleyville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density616/sq mi
Coordinates33.2131°N, 80.4478°W
County FIPS45035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% 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+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density616/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities301
Restaurants263
Retail Stores351

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Work from Home4.3%

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