Holly Hill, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Holly Hill is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,415. Residents earn $34,792 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,415 Population 1,080/sq mi density
$34,792 Median Income $22,037 per capita
$193,500 Home Value $181,947 Zillow
$637 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
797 Violent Crime/100K 8,054 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$34,792 median income, 2.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$193,500 home value, $637/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
797 violent crimes/100K (110% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,792
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $193,500
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 797/100K
110% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $637
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,415
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density1,080/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,792
Per Capita$22,037
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$6,706M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$193,500
Rent$637
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,947

Crime

F
Violent797/100K
Property8,054/100K
Murder79.7/100K
Assault558/100K
Burglary2,153/100K

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Elevation105 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+83.4%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute29 min
Libraries3

Is Holly Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holly Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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. Holly Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holly Hill is $34,792, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holly Hill is $193,500, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $637 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 797 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 8,054 per 100,000, 311% above the national average.

Education

17.9% 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 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Holly Hill 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.

Holly Hill has a population of 1,415 with a density of 1,080 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.3%), with 43.7% Black.

Population

1,415
Total Population
1,080
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Holly Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holly Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holly Hill is $34,792, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Holly Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,792
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$68,380

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% 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 Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Holly Hill is $193,500, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $637 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,947.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,500
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,947
Median List Price$235,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$235,000
$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops31.6%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$637
45% 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-Occupied55.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,432
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Holly Hill, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Holly Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes17.5%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure43.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD10.5%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate80.6%
Premature Death8,693/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities301
Holly Hill has a violent crime rate of 797 per 100,000 residents, 110% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,054 per 100,000 (311% above US avg). The murder rate is 79.7 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent797.5/100K
110% above US avg
Murder79.7/100K
1166% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery159.5/100K
Assault558.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property8,054.2/100K
311% above US avg
Burglary2,153.1/100K
Theft5,422.7/100K
Vehicle Theft478.5/100K
Arson79.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Holly Hill 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

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density1,080/sq mi
Coordinates33.3244°N, 80.4131°W
County FIPS45035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% 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+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+83.4%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,080/sq mi
Total Area1.3 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 Commute29.4 min
Work from Home2.1%

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