South Carolina
Hilda is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 506. Residents earn $46,111 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hilda receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Hilda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Hilda is $46,111, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Hilda is $56,600, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Hilda 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 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,111 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,326 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,524 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 427 |
| County GDP | $701M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.28% |
| Commute Time | 40.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |
| Census Median | $56,600 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 86.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.28% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.8% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 17,191/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.7 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 248 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 165/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2805°N, 81.2447°W |
| County FIPS | 45011 |
Winner: Republican by 15.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 3.1% |
| 91% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 165/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 72 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 40.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |