Modoc, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Modoc is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 576. Residents earn $95,500 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
576 Population 145/sq mi density
$95,500 Median Income $35,681 per capita
$411,200 Home Value $384,538 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$95,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$411,200 home value
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,500
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $411,200
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population576
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$95,500
Per Capita$35,681
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$6,219M
Commute62 min

Housing

A
Home Value$411,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$384,538

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation356 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+77.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute62 min
Libraries3

Is Modoc a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Modoc receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Modoc offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Modoc is $95,500, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Modoc is $411,200, 46% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Modoc enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Modoc has a population of 576 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%).

Population

576
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.8%
Female 35.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Modoc vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Modoc vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Modoc is $95,500, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes.

Income: Modoc vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,500
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,681
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$89,909

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,525
County GDP$6,219M

Business (County)

Restaurants298
Healthcare353
Retail387
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,342
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time61.7 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Modoc is $411,200, 46% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $384,538.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$411,200
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$384,538

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-Occupied92.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,342
24% above US avg
Effective Rate1.06%
In Modoc, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death7,070/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities353

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Modoc has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation356 ft (109 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates33.7215°N, 82.2174°W
County FIPS13073
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 25.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+77.0%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities353
Restaurants298
Retail Stores387

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute61.7 min
Work from Home10.6%

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