Inman Mills, SC

South Carolina

Inman Mills is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 896. Residents earn $42,031 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
896 Population 830/sq mi density
$42,031 Median Income $22,335 per capita
$109,200 Home Value
$1,064 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$42,031 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,200 home value, $1,064/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,031
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,064
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population896
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density830/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,031
Per Capita$22,335
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$734M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,200
Rent$1,064
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain64.4 in/yr
Elevation891 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+74.6%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute20 min
Libraries2

Is Inman Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inman Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Inman Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inman Mills is $42,031, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inman Mills is $109,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,064 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Inman Mills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Inman Mills has a population of 896 with a density of 830 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 17.7% Black.

Population

896
Total Population
830
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Inman Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Inman Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inman Mills is $42,031, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Inman Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,031
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,335
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$80,337

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)707
County GDP$734M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare51
Retail62
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,014
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Inman Mills is $109,200, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,064 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,200
61% below US avg
Median List Price$209,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$209,900
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,064
9% 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-Occupied54.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,014
15% above US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Inman Mills, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Inman Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate61.3%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death10,657/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Inman Mills has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.4 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation891 ft (272 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density830/sq mi
Coordinates35.0409°N, 82.1024°W
County FIPS37149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 25.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+74.6%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density830/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants57
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home5.6%

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