Lowndesville, SC

South Carolina

Lowndesville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 166.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
166 Population 213/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $70,509 per capita
N/A Home Value
$520 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 31.0%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $520
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density213/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$70,509
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$846M
Commute39 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$520
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation589 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+92.9%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute39 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries3

Is Lowndesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lowndesville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Lowndesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $520 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lowndesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lowndesville has a population of 166 with a density of 213 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.8%), with 13.9% Black.

Population

166
Total Population
213
People / sq mi
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lowndesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.3%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.7%
137% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lowndesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lowndesville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Lowndesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$70,509
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$55,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$846M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare25
Retail65
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,387
32% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $520 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$520
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-Occupied62.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,387
32% below US avg
In Lowndesville, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death12,941/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access46.4%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Lowndesville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation589 ft (180 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density213/sq mi
Coordinates34.2099°N, 82.6476°W
County FIPS45001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.0%
8% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score4.51
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density213/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants31
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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