Lobeco, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Lobeco is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 178.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
178 Population 68/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,600 per capita
$104,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $104,500
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 38%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,600
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$12,873M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$104,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute28 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries7

Is Lobeco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lobeco receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lobeco stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lobeco is $104,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lobeco enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lobeco has a population of 178 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (53.4%), with 38.2% White.

Population

178
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.4%
Female 37.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lobeco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lobeco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lobeco is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lobeco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,600
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$116,088

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,748
County GDP$12,873M

Business (County)

Restaurants590
Healthcare573
Retail806
Manufacturing88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lobeco is $104,500, 63% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,500
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$98
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied80.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
Effective Rate6.13%
In Lobeco, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.8%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death7,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities573

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Lobeco has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates32.5512°N, 80.7354°W
County FIPS45013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 14.5-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score4.51
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities573
Restaurants590
Retail Stores806

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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