South Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Johnston is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,518. Residents earn $34,957 per year, which is 53% below the national average.
Based on current data, Johnston receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Johnston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Johnston is $34,957, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Johnston is $100,400, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 775 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,582 per 100,000, 32% above the national average.
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Johnston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 93.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $34,957 |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,252 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,013 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,071 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.3% |
| 80% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 459 |
| County GDP | $894M |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,582 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.57% |
| Commute Time | 24.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $100,400 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,103 |
| Census Median Rent | $803 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,582 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.57% |
| Obesity | 47.0% |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.2% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 5.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.0% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,214/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
| Total Violent | 774.5/100K |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 86.1/100K |
| Assault | 688.5/100K |
| Total Property | 2,581.8/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 301.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,022.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 258.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.5 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 961/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8334°N, 81.8048°W |
| County FIPS | 45037 |
Winner: Republican by 31.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.8% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 961/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Retail Stores | 52 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 24.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |