Lowrys, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Lowrys is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 357. Residents earn $79,018 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
357 Population 113/sq mi density
$79,018 Median Income $29,102 per capita
$160,400 Home Value
$2,173 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$79,018 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,400 home value, $2,173/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,018
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $160,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,173
87% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,018
Per Capita$29,102
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$1,822M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,400
Rent$2,173
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation720 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+88.5%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Libraries4

Is Lowrys a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lowrys receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lowrys stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lowrys is $79,018, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lowrys is $160,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,173 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lowrys enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lowrys has a population of 357 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%), with 9% Black.

Population

357
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lowrys vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.9%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.1%
2% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lowrys vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lowrys is $79,018, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lowrys vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,018
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,102
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$52,276

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)671
County GDP$1,822M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare48
Retail91
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,743
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lowrys is $160,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,173 (87% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,400
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,173
87% above 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-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,743
22% below US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Lowrys, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death17,890/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access28.5%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Lowrys has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation720 ft (219 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates34.8040°N, 81.2372°W
County FIPS45023
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score4.51
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants50
Retail Stores91

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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