La France, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

La France is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 915. Residents earn $76,926 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
915 Population 704/sq mi density
$76,926 Median Income $30,699 per capita
$122,400 Home Value
$1,333 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$76,926 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,400 home value, $1,333/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,926
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $122,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,333
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population915
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density704/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,926
Per Capita$30,699
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$10,558M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,400
Rent$1,333
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation821 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+81.7%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute25 min
Libraries10

Is La France a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La France receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. La France offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La France is $76,926, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La France is $122,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,333 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

La France enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

La France has a population of 915 with a density of 704 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

915
Total Population
704
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.7%
Female 60.3%

Race & Ethnicity

La France vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

La France vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La France is $76,926, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: La France vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,926
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,699
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$66,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,568
County GDP$10,558M

Business (County)

Restaurants432
Healthcare404
Retail712
Manufacturing204

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,852
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La France is $122,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,333 (15% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,400
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,333
15% above 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-Occupied27.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,852
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In La France, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La France vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death11,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities404

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Safety Score

La France has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation821 ft (250 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density704/sq mi
Coordinates34.6163°N, 82.7707°W
County FIPS45007
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+81.7%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density704/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants432
Retail Stores712

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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