Mulberry, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Mulberry is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 230. Residents earn $39,697 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
230 Population 117/sq mi density
$39,697 Median Income $23,200 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$39,697 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,697
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 43%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,697
Per Capita$23,200
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$6,288M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation143 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+71.7%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
CommuteN/A
Broadband65.0%
Libraries4

Is Mulberry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mulberry receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mulberry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mulberry is $39,697, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mulberry 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.

Mulberry has a population of 230 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (57.4%), with 42.6% White.

Population

230
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.7%
Female 24.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mulberry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mulberry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mulberry is $39,697, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Mulberry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,697
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$55,168

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied43.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,945
16% below US avg
In Mulberry, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure38.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.1%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate50.4%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Premature Death13,356/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Mulberry 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

Elevation143 ft (44 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates33.9589°N, 80.3291°W
County FIPS45085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.9-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 51.9%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+71.7%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants178
Retail Stores374

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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