Iva, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Abbeville County County
Iva, SC
At a Glance
How Iva Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Iva's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Iva a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Iva residents earn a median household income of $24,313 , which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,241. The unemployment rate stands at 15.9% (342% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 33.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 444 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Iva is $140,800 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $222,836. Median rent is $685/month, with 38.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Iva reports 252 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 34% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,869/100K.
Education
10.5% of adults in Iva hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 75.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Iva has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches.