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Mayo, SC

South Carolina · Cherokee County

Mayo is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,963. Residents earn $47,384 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,963 Population 646/sq mi density
$47,384 Median Income $31,535 per capita
$159,200 Home Value $289,768 Zillow
$591 Median Rent 20.9% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
336 Violent Crime/100K 3,251 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,384 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$159,200 home value, $591/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
336 violent crimes/100K (11% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $47,384
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,200
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 336/100K
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $591
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,963
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density646/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,384
Per Capita$31,535
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$2,342M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,200
Rent$591
Ownership75.5%
Zillow$289,768
Housing Units889
Rent Burden20.9%

Crime

F
Violent336/100K
Property3,251/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking15.7%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation880 ft (268 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+73.1%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score4.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Broadband85.1%
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Mayo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mayo receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Mayo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mayo is $47,384, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mayo is $159,200, 44% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $591 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Mayo is below the national average at 336 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,251 per 100,000, 66% above the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mayo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mayo has a population of 1,963 with a density of 646 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 3.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.4% of residents have a disability. 89.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,963
Total Population
646
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mayo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mayo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mayo is $47,384, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,535 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $928, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 988 business establishments, including 86 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mayo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,384
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,535
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$54,729
Gini Index0.475 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)988
County GDP$2,342M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare80
Retail197
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,948
44% below US avg
Cost of Living93.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mayo is $159,200, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,768, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $591 (49% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $982 for a one-bedroom to $1,155 for a two-bedroom apartment. 75.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 889 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $1,948 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 20.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,200
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,768
Median List Price$209,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$209,900
$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$591
49% below US avg
Rent Burden20.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.5%
Owner-Occupied75.5%
Renter-Occupied24.5%
Housing Units889
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,948
44% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Mayo, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 33.4% have high blood pressure. 15.7% are current smokers. 18.2% report binge drinking. 26.0% are physically inactive. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 12.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,950. The dentist ratio is 1:3,741. 58.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,950
Dentists1:3,741
Mental Health1:1,157
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death14,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities80
Mayo has a violent crime rate of 336 per 100,000 residents, 11% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,251 per 100,000, 66% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 16 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mayo receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent336.3/100K
11% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,251.1/100K
66% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mayo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 880 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation880 ft (268 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density646/sq mi
Coordinates35.0857°N, 81.8535°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCherokee County County
Nearest AirportGreenville Spartanburg International (GSP)
25 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.7"
36% above US avg
Snowfall 1.2"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.31"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.58"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability63.0 / 100
Community Resilience26.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Feb 15, 2014 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M4.1 143 km
Apr 13, 1998 9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina M3.9 133 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.6 145 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.5 145 km
Jan 3, 1992 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina M3.4 133 km
Jun 26, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.4 145 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 131 km
May 9, 2022 5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina M3.3 146 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 108 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 110 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 92 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 49 km
Feb 16, 2014 13 km WNW of Edgefield, South Carolina M3.0 141 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 91 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 121 km
Feb 18, 2005 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina M2.9 127 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.9 92 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 102 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 123 km
May 23, 2023 4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina M2.8 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Fran (1996, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1996 Fran Category 1 287 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 81 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

405 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 22 fatalities, 511 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 97 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 7 km 2
May 5, 1989 EF4 49 km 4
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 93 km 5
Mar 15, 2008 EF3 96 km 0
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 59 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 72 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 94 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 99 km 1
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 95 km 0
May 27, 1973 EF3 63 km 0
May 10, 1952 EF3 48 km 2
Mar 23, 2022 EF2 93 km 0
May 5, 2020 EF2 93 km 0
Apr 25, 2020 EF2 54 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 75 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 41 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 12 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 18 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 84 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY RIDGE (12,405 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 BRUSHY RIDGE 12,405 87 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 56 km
2016 PINNACLE MOUNTAIN 7,869 79 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 83 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 62 km
2010 BURNING UNIT 5,567 58 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 73 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 77 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 84 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 74 km
2010 C-94-95 133 RX 3,192 70 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 90 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,909 73 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,690 72 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,514 60 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,458 73 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,395 53 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,362 57 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,274 73 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,237 60 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 4.4 in
March 51°F (11°C) 5.3 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in Driest
May 67°F (19°C) 4.6 in
June 74°F (24°C) 4.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 4.3 in
September 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in
October 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
December 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in

Mayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 39°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.3") and April the driest (3.6").

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Mayo is located in Cherokee County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 14.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 73.1% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.3% of the vote, a 51.4-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 80 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+73.1%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score4.45
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density646/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi
CountyCherokee County County

Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Avg Download Speed153.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed24.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants86
Retail Stores197

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%
Average costs for common services in Mayo. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $234 ($141–$375)
Specialist Visit $328 ($187–$515)
Urgent Care Visit $187 ($94–$328)
Emergency Room Visit $2,061 ($750–$4,685)
Dental Cleaning $122 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling $234 ($141–$375)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement $281 ($141–$469)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $562 ($375–$937)
Battery Replacement $187 ($94–$328)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair $375 ($141–$750)
HVAC System Install $6,559 ($3,748–$11,244)
Roof Repair $937 ($375–$1,874)
Roof Replacement $8,433 ($5,154–$14,055)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,406 ($469–$3,280)
Divorce (Contested) $14,055 ($4,685–$28,110)
DUI Defense $4,685 ($1,874–$9,370)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,406 ($750–$2,811)
Will Preparation $469 ($187–$937)
Trust Preparation $2,343 ($937–$4,685)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($70–$234)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$122)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.84 ($2.81–$5.15)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.28 ($2.34–$4.69)
Loaf of Bread $3.56 ($2.34–$5.15)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.22 ($2.81–$6.09)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.15 ($3.75–$7.03)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $131 ($75–$234)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($37–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $187 ($70–$469)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,874 ($1,124–$3,280)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.50–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$234)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,124 ($562–$2,343)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $937 ($469–$1,874)
After-School Care (Monthly) $375 ($187–$656)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($23–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $937 ($375–$2,343)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,713 ($4,685–$28,110)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $281 ($141–$469)
Cat Spay/Neuter $187 ($94–$375)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$488
Toddler$488
Preschool$423
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$503
Toddler$503
Preschool$546
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cherokee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 5,082 71 $62,792 3.42
Retail Trade 2,306 194 $29,826 1.28
Accommodation & Food Services 1,751 100 $21,125 1.07
Transportation & Warehousing 1,212 32 $50,964 1.58
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,014 102 $37,165 0.39
Administrative & Waste Services 939 44 $41,111 0.88
Construction 808 90 $72,963 0.85
Wholesale Trade 678 32 $52,021 0.95
Educational Services 584 10 $41,816 1.56
Other Services 418 72 $30,460 0.77
Finance & Insurance 253 52 $69,097 0.35
Arts & Entertainment 197 14 $27,261 0.65
Real Estate 115 32 $55,352 0.41
Utilities 84 7 $103,160 1.22
Information & Technology 38 10 $51,415 0.11

Schools in Mayo

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mayo Elementary Elementary 338 20 16.9:1
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Radio Stations near Mayo

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBN English AAC 64 kbps
AM 1460 WBCU country AAC+ 32 kbps
His Radio Classic christian, christian contemporary AAC+ 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Mayo

3 campgrounds found near Mayo.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Woods Ferry Campground (SC) 4.3/5 17 $7–$14
Sedalia Campground (SC) 4.2/5 12 $5–$150
Poulous Loop Group Campground (SC) 1 Free

National Parks Near Mayo

35 national parks and monuments found near Mayo.

ParkTypeFee
Blue Ridge Parkway Parkway Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Caesars Head State Park State Park Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Chester State Park State Park Free
Chimney Rock State Park State Park Free
Cowpens National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Croft State Park State Park Free
Crowders Mountain State Park State Park Free
Fonta Flora State Trail State Park Free
Jones Gap State Park State Park Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park National Military Park Free
Kings Mountain State Park State Park Free
Lake Greenwood State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake Norman State Park State Park Free
Lake Wateree State Park State Park Free
Landsford Canal State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Mitchell State Park State Park Free
Ninety Six National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Paris Mountain State Park State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
Pisgah View State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Richard B. Russell State Park State Park Free
Sesquicentennial State Park State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Table Rock State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near Mayo

22 trails found near Mayo.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PALMETTO TRAIL (EN) 7.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
ROSEHILL HIKING TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
NEAL SHOALS PORTAGE TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
ROSEHILL HIKING TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HIKING TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Mayo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MARTHA CHAPMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM8645974000$88,656,323
SANDOR TESZLER LIBRARY GALLERYART MUSEUM$88,656,323
WOFFORD COLLEGE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM$88,656,323
WILLIAMS OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM7044064000$83,551,697
WINNIE DAVIS MUSEUM OF HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM8644897151$50,308,456
MILLIKEN GALLERYART MUSEUM8645969181$38,087,672
SPARTANBURG ART MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION200 E ST JOHN ST8645963501$277,196
WALNUT GROVE PLANTATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8645766546$277,196
HATCHER GARDENS & WDLND PRESERVEARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER832 JOHN B WHITE SR BLVD8645747724$254,565
BROAD RIVER ANTIQUE POWER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$20,706
CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORY AND ARTS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM301 S JOHNSON STREET8644893988
CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM301 COLLEGE DRIVE8644893988
CONFEDERATION OF SOUTH CAROLINA LOCAL HISTORICAL SOCIETIESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COWPENS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COWPENS NATIONAL BATTLEFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION8644612828
FOSTER'S TAVERNGENERAL MUSEUM
GEORGE E. CASE COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE KEYBOARDSGENERAL MUSEUM
GREER HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8648773377
LATTIMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8282481248

Libraries in Mayo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SPARTANBURG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM151 S. CHURCH STREET0.01,427,428
CHEROKEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY300 E. RUTLEDGE AVENUE0.0165,120

Farmers Markets in Mayo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gaffney Station Farmers Market Gaffney Station Farmers MarketCorner of Frederick St. and Granard St.
Hub City Farmers' Market498 Howard St.04/06/2019 to 12/14/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Inman Fresh Farmers Market05/08/2015 to 10/30/2015Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Rutherford County Farmers Market172 Depot Street04/26/2014 to 10/28/2014Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Tri-City Tailgate Farmers' Market Tri-City Mall, beside Retro Cinema

Breweries in Mayo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ciclops Cyderi & BreweryBrewery197 E Saint John St8647049080
Hub City Tap HouseFood & Drink, Breweries197 E Saint John Saint Across From The Chapman Cultural Ctr18645417379
HuntersBrewery5 Dallas St8642050460
Rj Rockers Brewing Co.Brewery226 W A Main St18645852337

Cell Towers in Mayo

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3510 FURMAN FINLEY HIGHWAY (153679)GTOWER121
3510 FURMAN FINLEY HIGHWAY (153679)GTOWER121
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
138 WEST LEE STREET (Lattimore - NC RSA 4B3)TOWER98

Fire Stations in Mayo

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Mayo Fire Department150 Church RDMostly volunteer864-461-4111

Bridges in Mayo

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197963920,900F
CulvertConcrete19482320,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194915920,900P
CulvertConcrete1930223,500F
SlabConcrete continuous19771622,200G
SlabPrestressed concrete2011602,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19961402,100G
SlabConcrete1969451,250P
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete1969601,250G
CulvertConcrete1929291,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19775041,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194726700P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200660550G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1975266275G
SlabConcrete continuous200178250G
Truss (Thru)Steel2011112225G
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete198275225G
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete198260225G
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete198390225F
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete198430225G
SlabPrestressed concrete1987125225F
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron198925225G
Arch (Deck)Concrete193071225F
Channel BeamConcrete199875225G
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete199850225G
SlabPrestressed concrete200870225G
SlabPrestressed concrete202125225G
SlabPrestressed concrete202125225G
SlabPrestressed concrete2009100150G

Amtrak Stations in Mayo

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Spartanburg, SC290 Magnolia StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Mayo

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALCOA HOME EXTERIORS INC100 CELLWOOD PLACECHEROKEE
BROAD RIVER ENERGY LLCSOUTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY 329CHEROKEE
ELECTRIC GLASS FIBER AMERICA LLC940 WASHBURN SWITCH RDCLEVELAND
EXOPACK LLC345 CEDAR SPRINGS AVESPARTANBURG
LSC COMMUNICATIONS SPARTANBURG300 JONES RDSPARTANBURG
LSC COMMUNICATIONS SPARTANBURG300 JONES RDSPARTANBURG

Airports Near Mayo

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Asheville Regional AirportAVLMedium Airport
Greenville Downtown AirportGMUMedium Airport
Greenville-Spartanburg International AirportGSPMedium Airport
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Ashley FieldSmall Airport
Bell Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Boomerang AirportSmall Airport
Cane Creek AirportSmall Airport
Carolina Cow Country AirportSmall Airport
Chandelle AirportSmall Airport
Chester Catawba Regional AirportSmall Airport
Cleveland AirportSmall Airport
Clute's Hilltop AirportSmall Airport
Clyde Valley AirportSmall Airport
Crooked Fence Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass StripSmall Airport
Donaldson Field AirportGDCSmall Airport
Dry Pond AirportSmall Airport
Duncan AirportSmall Airport
Fairview AirportSmall Airport
Fly Sky AirportSmall Airport
Flying Changes Farm Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Foothills Regional AirportMRNSmall Airport
Fox Haven Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Friendship FieldSmall Airport
Fulton FieldSmall Airport
Gastonia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Green Pond AirportSmall Airport
Hendersonville AirportSmall Airport
Horseshoe Landing AirportSmall Airport
Indian Creek AirportSmall Airport
Jeffords AirportSmall Airport
King FieldSmall Airport
La Dolce Terra AirportSmall Airport
Lagniappe STOL FieldSmall Airport
Laneys AirportSmall Airport
Laughing Crow AirparkSmall Airport
Laurens County AirportSmall Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Moores FieldSmall Airport
Mountain Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Northbrook International Ultraport UltralightportSmall Airport
Oakhill AirparkSmall Airport
Paradise LandingSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Patton Valley AirportSmall Airport
Pearson's Farm AirportSmall Airport
Rebel Air FieldSmall Airport
Riverbend AirparkSmall Airport
Rizzy Ridge AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Mayo

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Campus Police
Campus Safety
Chesnee PD
Forest City Police Department
Pacolet Police Department110 Sunset Drive
Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office8045 Howard Street
Spartanburg Police Department206 North Forest Street

Grocery Stores in Mayo

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Debs Mini Mart 3Convenience Store3697 Chesnee Hwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 17685Other1204 Bonner Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 9862Other5098 Chesnee Hwy
Scotchman 3854Convenience Store4884 Chesnee Hwy

Treatment Centers in Mayo

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BHG Spartanburg Treatment Center - BHG XXXVIII LLCSubstance Abuse864-503-0207
Cherokee County Commission on - Alcohol and Drug AbuseSubstance Abuse864-487-2721
Clear Skye Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse800-792-9030
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center - Cherokee Mental Health ClinicMental Health864-487-2710
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center - Spartanburg Mental Health ClinicMental Health864-585-0366

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mayo

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
GRAHAM CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCHPO BOX 129
MAYO FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 37
ORCHARD STREET BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 219

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mayo

What is the population of Mayo?

Mayo has a population of 1,963 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 646 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Mayo expensive to live in?

Mayo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $47,384, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $159,200 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $591 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mayo safe?

Mayo is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 336 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,251 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mayo receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mayo?

Mayo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Mayo?

The job market in Mayo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $928. There are 988 business establishments in the area, including 86 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 7.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mayo?

The median home value in Mayo is $159,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,768. For renters, the median monthly rent is $591. Fair market rent is $982 for a 1-bedroom and $1,155 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.5%. The average annual property tax is $1,948.

How are the schools in Mayo?

Schools in Mayo have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 14.7% of adults in Mayo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.1% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mayo?

The obesity rate in Mayo is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.7% of adults are smokers. 26.0% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 12.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 58.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,950.

What is transportation like in Mayo?

The average commute in Mayo is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mayo?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mayo is 96.1% White. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 3.9% of the population are military veterans. 10.4% of residents have a disability. 89.1% have health insurance coverage.

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