Joanna, SC

South Carolina

Joanna is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,375. Residents earn $42,169 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,375 Population 438/sq mi density
$42,169 Median Income $27,877 per capita
$107,800 Home Value $99,334 Zillow
$597 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$42,169 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,800 home value, $597/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,169
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $597
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,375
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density438/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,169
Per Capita$27,877
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$2,034M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,800
Rent$597
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$99,334

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation580 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+85.7%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute18 min
Libraries2

Is Joanna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joanna receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Joanna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Joanna is $42,169, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Joanna is $107,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $597 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Joanna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Joanna has a population of 1,375 with a density of 438 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 7.3% Black.

Population

1,375
Total Population
438
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Joanna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.4%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.6%
39% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Joanna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joanna is $42,169, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Joanna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,169
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,877
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$59,494

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)928
County GDP$2,034M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare67
Retail138
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,112
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Joanna is $107,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $597 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,334.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,800
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$99,334
Median List Price$90,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$90,000
$/Sq Ft$114
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$597
49% 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-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,112
11% below US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Joanna, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death13,000/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Joanna 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 is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation580 ft (177 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density438/sq mi
Coordinates34.4159°N, 81.8002°W
County FIPS45071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+85.7%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density438/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants73
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Work from Home7.7%

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