Median Income
$61,316
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$201,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$793
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.4%
16% lower than US avg
How Lugoff Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population9,475
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density416/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,316
Per Capita$30,365
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$3,417M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$201,800
Rent$793
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$257,332
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation334 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+93.0%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute28 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4
Is Lugoff a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lugoff receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Lugoff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lugoff is $61,316, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.4% 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 Lugoff is $201,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $793 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Lugoff 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 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lugoff has a population of 9,475 with a density of 416 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72%), with 24.2% Black.
Population
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
The median household income in Lugoff is $61,316, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,316 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,365 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,325 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% |
| 16% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,568 |
| County GDP | $3,417M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 110 |
| Retail | 212 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,797 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |
The median home value in Lugoff is $201,800, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $793 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,332.
Home Values
| Census Median | $201,800 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $257,332 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $793 |
| 32% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,797 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.39% |
In Lugoff, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lugoff vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,077/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 110 |
Crime Rates: Lugoff vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
Safety Score
Lugoff 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 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 334 ft (102 m) |
| Area | 22.8 sq mi (59.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 416/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2119°N, 80.6976°W |
| County FIPS | 45055 |