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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $34,792 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,037 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,030 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,380 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,549 |
| County GDP | $6,706M |
| Restaurants | 263 |
| Healthcare | 301 |
| Retail | 351 |
| Manufacturing | 99 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,432 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.77% |
| Commute Time | 29.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
| Census Median | $193,500 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $181,947 |
| Median List Price | $235,000 |
| Median List Price | $235,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $210 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.1% |
| Price Drops | 31.6% |
| Inventory | 19 |
| Census Median Rent | $637 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,432 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.77% |
| Obesity | 44.8% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.8% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 10.5% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.5% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 18.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,693/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 301 |
| Total Violent | 797.5/100K |
| 110% above US avg | |
| Murder | 79.7/100K |
| 1166% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 159.5/100K |
| Assault | 558.2/100K |
| Total Property | 8,054.2/100K |
| 311% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,153.1/100K |
| Theft | 5,422.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 478.5/100K |
| Arson | 79.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.5 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,080/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3244°N, 80.4131°W |
| County FIPS | 45035 |
Winner: Republican by 14.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,080/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 301 |
| Restaurants | 263 |
| Retail Stores | 351 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Avg Commute | 29.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |