Mount Croghan, SC

South Carolina

Mount Croghan is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 138. Residents earn $65,833 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
138 Population 182/sq mi density
$65,833 Median Income $30,704 per capita
$106,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,833 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,833
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density182/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,833
Per Capita$30,704
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,902M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation443 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+95.1%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute26 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries5

Is Mount Croghan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Croghan receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mount Croghan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Croghan is $65,833, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Croghan is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Croghan 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 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mount Croghan has a population of 138 with a density of 182 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 7.2% Black.

Population

138
Total Population
182
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Croghan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Croghan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Croghan is $65,833, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mount Croghan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,833
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,704
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$49,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)792
County GDP$1,902M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare92
Retail119
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,920
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Croghan is $106,300, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg

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-Occupied79.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,920
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Mount Croghan, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Croghan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death14,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access55.3%
Healthcare Facilities92

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Mount Croghan 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 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density182/sq mi
Coordinates34.7697°N, 80.2264°W
County FIPS45025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.1-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.5%

Winner: Republican by 28.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density182/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities92
Restaurants71
Retail Stores119

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home6.4%

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