Hollywood, SC

South Carolina

Hollywood is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 5,330. Residents earn $77,415 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
5,330 Population 227/sq mi density
$77,415 Median Income $49,440 per capita
$450,400 Home Value $510,472 Zillow
$1,142 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$77,415 median income, 1.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$450,400 home value, $1,142/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,415
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $450,400
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,142
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,330
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,415
Per Capita$49,440
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$1,497M
Commute33 min

Housing

B
Home Value$450,400
Rent$1,142
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$510,472

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation22 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute33 min
Libraries4

Is Hollywood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hollywood receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Hollywood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hollywood is $77,415, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hollywood is $450,400, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,142 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hollywood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hollywood has a population of 5,330 with a density of 227 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.4%), with 35.3% Black.

Population

5,330
Total Population
227
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
23.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hollywood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hollywood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hollywood is $77,415, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Hollywood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,415
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,440
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$53,260

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)916
County GDP$1,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare81
Retail135
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hollywood is $450,400, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,142 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $510,472.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$450,400
60% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$510,472
Median List Price$1,075,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,075,000
$/Sq Ft$270
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops31.3%
Inventory48

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,142
2% 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-Occupied93.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate0.91%
In Hollywood, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death17,986/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Hollywood has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area23.5 sq mi (60.9 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates32.7513°N, 80.2019°W
County FIPS45029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score4.51
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density227/sq mi
Total Area23.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants82
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Work from Home12.9%

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