Livingston, SC

South Carolina

Livingston is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 173. Residents earn $47,188 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
173 Population 219/sq mi density
$47,188 Median Income $19,582 per capita
N/A Home Value
$525 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,188 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$525/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,188
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population173
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,188
Per Capita$19,582
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$510M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Elevation336 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+97.8%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute34 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries2

Is Livingston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Livingston receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Livingston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Livingston is $47,188, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Livingston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Livingston has a population of 173 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 20.2% Black.

Population

173
Total Population
219
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Livingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Livingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Livingston is $47,188, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Livingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,188
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,582
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$51,522

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)307
County GDP$510M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare42
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% 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-Occupied72.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg
In Livingston, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD10.1%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death15,722/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access32.6%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Livingston has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.5 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation336 ft (102 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density219/sq mi
Coordinates33.5531°N, 81.1195°W
County FIPS45009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.3-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.7%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 15.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density219/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants24
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Work from Home1.9%

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