Lockhart, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Lockhart is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 411. Residents earn $37,188 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
411 Population 1,284/sq mi density
$37,188 Median Income $20,581 per capita
$34,900 Home Value
$744 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$37,188 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$34,900 home value, $744/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,188
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $34,900
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $744
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population411
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density1,284/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,188
Per Capita$20,581
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$905M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$34,900
Rent$744
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation511 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+84.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute34 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Lockhart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lockhart receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lockhart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lockhart is $37,188, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lockhart is $34,900, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lockhart enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lockhart has a population of 411 with a density of 1,284 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 6.6% Black.

Population

411
Total Population
1,284
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lockhart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lockhart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lockhart is $37,188, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Lockhart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,188
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,581
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$47,611

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below 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 Rate5.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lockhart is $34,900, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $744 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$34,900
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$744
36% 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-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,790
49% below US avg
Effective Rate5.13%
In Lockhart, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death16,927/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Lockhart has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation511 ft (156 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,284/sq mi
Coordinates34.7960°N, 81.4670°W
County FIPS45087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% 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+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+84.0%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,284/sq mi
Total Area0.3 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 Commute33.7 min
Work from Home3.0%

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