Live Oak, SC

South Carolina

Live Oak is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 21.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
21 Population 25/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21
Median AgeN/A
Density25/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$1,918M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation102 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
CommuteN/A
Broadband9.0%
Libraries7

Is Live Oak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Live Oak receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Live Oak stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Live Oak enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Live Oak has a population of 21 with a density of 25 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

21
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Live Oak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Live Oak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Live Oak is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Live Oak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$921
IRS Avg AGI$53,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,217
County GDP$1,918M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare148
Retail192
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
In Live Oak, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Live Oak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death16,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Live Oak has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates34.0560°N, 78.9397°W
County FIPS37047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants94
Retail Stores192

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

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