Hodges, SC

South Carolina

Hodges is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 177. Residents earn $54,531 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
177 Population 227/sq mi density
$54,531 Median Income $22,563 per capita
$126,600 Home Value $140,178 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$54,531 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,600 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,531
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population177
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,531
Per Capita$22,563
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$4,899M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,178

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation692 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+66.4%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries4

Is Hodges a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hodges receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hodges offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hodges is $54,531, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hodges is $126,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hodges enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hodges has a population of 177 with a density of 227 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

177
Total Population
227
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hodges vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hodges vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hodges is $54,531, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hodges vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,531
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,563
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$59,018

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,569
County GDP$4,899M

Business (County)

Restaurants144
Healthcare135
Retail282
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,160
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hodges is $126,600, 55% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,178.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,600
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,178

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-Occupied73.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,160
10% below US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Hodges, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD9.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death13,119/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities135

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Hodges has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation692 ft (211 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates34.2888°N, 82.2500°W
County FIPS45047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 29 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+66.4%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density227/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants144
Retail Stores282

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home1.8%

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