Jonesville, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Jonesville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,016. Residents earn $35,000 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,016 Population 996/sq mi density
$35,000 Median Income $22,194 per capita
$79,700 Home Value $127,908 Zillow
$533 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$35,000 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,700 home value, $533/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,000
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,700
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $533
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,016
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density996/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,000
Per Capita$22,194
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$905M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,700
Rent$533
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,908

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation673 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+78.2%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Jonesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jonesville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jonesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jonesville is $35,000, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jonesville is $79,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $533 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Jonesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jonesville has a population of 1,016 with a density of 996 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.8%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 38.2% Black.

Population

1,016
Total Population
996
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Jonesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jonesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jonesville is $35,000, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Jonesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,000
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,194
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$47,611

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$905M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare25
Retail101
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,790
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Jonesville is $79,700, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $533 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,908.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,700
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,908

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$533
54% 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-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,790
49% below US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Jonesville, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death16,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Jonesville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density996/sq mi
Coordinates34.8339°N, 81.6824°W
County FIPS45087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 32.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+78.2%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density996/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants35
Retail Stores101

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home0.4%

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