Mayesville, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Mayesville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 801. Residents earn $45,179 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
801 Population 785/sq mi density
$45,179 Median Income $16,356 per capita
$90,800 Home Value $104,783 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$45,179 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,800 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,179
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.1%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.5%
154% higher than US avg

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

People

Population801
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density785/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 15%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,179
Per Capita$16,356
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty31.5%
County GDP$6,288M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,783

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation140 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+83.3%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute20 min
Libraries4

Is Mayesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mayesville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mayesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mayesville is $45,179, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 31.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mayesville is $90,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mayesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mayesville has a population of 801 with a density of 785 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84%), with 15.2% White.

Population

801
Total Population
785
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mayesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mayesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mayesville is $45,179, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Mayesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,179
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,356
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$55,168

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.5%
154% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,305
County GDP$6,288M

Business (County)

Restaurants178
Healthcare213
Retail374
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,945
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mayesville is $90,800, 68% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,783.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,800
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,783

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,945
16% below US avg
Effective Rate3.24%
In Mayesville, 48.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.1%
50% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure43.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.8%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate81.9%
Premature Death13,356/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.6%
Healthcare Facilities213

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Mayesville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation140 ft (43 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density785/sq mi
Coordinates33.9849°N, 80.2044°W
County FIPS45085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 51.9%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+83.3%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density785/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants178
Retail Stores374

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home3.7%

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