Islandton, SC

South Carolina

Islandton is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 54. Residents earn $38,250 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
54 Population 19/sq mi density
$38,250 Median Income $25,650 per capita
$126,300 Home Value $176,755 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$38,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$126,300 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,250
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,300
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age71.0 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$38,250
Per Capita$25,650
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,497M

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,755

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation60 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+81.5%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
CommuteN/A
Broadband29.0%
Libraries4

Is Islandton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Islandton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Islandton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Islandton is $38,250, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Islandton is $126,300, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Islandton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Islandton has a population of 54 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 71.0 years, 83% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.1%), with 38.9% Black.

Population

54
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
71.0yrs
Median Age
83% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25.9%
Female 74.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Islandton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Islandton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Islandton is $38,250, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Islandton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,250
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,650
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$53,260

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Islandton is $126,300, 55% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,755.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,300
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$176,755

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-Occupied54.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.25%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death17,986/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Islandton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation60 ft (18 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates32.9093°N, 80.9359°W
County FIPS45029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+81.5%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants82
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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