McCormick, SC

South Carolina

McCormick is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,681. Residents earn $40,269 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,681 Population 662/sq mi density
$40,269 Median Income $15,592 per capita
$88,400 Home Value
$640 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
330 Violent Crime/100K 2,968 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$40,269 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,400 home value, $640/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
330 violent crimes/100K (13% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,269
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,400
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 330/100K
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.6%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,681
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density662/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 32%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,269
Per Capita$15,592
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty16.6%
County GDP$331M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,400
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent330/100K
Property2,968/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault293/100K
Burglary1,099/100K

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation507 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+75.1%
School Score3.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Libraries1

Is McCormick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McCormick receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. 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. McCormick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McCormick is $40,269, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McCormick is $88,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in McCormick is below the national average at 330 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,968 per 100,000, 51% above the national average.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.1% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.7/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

McCormick enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McCormick has a population of 2,681 with a density of 662 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (60.8%), with 31.6% White.

Population

2,681
Total Population
662
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

McCormick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McCormick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McCormick is $40,269, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: McCormick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,269
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,592
Avg Weekly Wage$816
IRS Avg AGI$69,470

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.6%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)304
County GDP$331M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare5
Retail24
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,867
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in McCormick is $88,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,400
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$729
2 Bedrooms$956
3 Bedrooms$1,251
4 Bedrooms$1,320

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,867
10% above US avg
Effective Rate4.37%
In McCormick, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure42.8%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.3%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death14,226/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities5
McCormick has a violent crime rate of 330 per 100,000 residents, 13% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,968 per 100,000 (51% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent329.8/100K
13% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery36.6/100K
Assault293.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,968.1/100K
51% above US avg
Burglary1,099.3/100K
Theft1,758.9/100K
Vehicle Theft109.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
McCormick has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation507 ft (155 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density662/sq mi
Coordinates33.9128°N, 82.2876°W
County FIPS45065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.9%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+75.1%
School Test Score3.65
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density662/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants13
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home4.3%

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