Neeses, SC

South Carolina

Neeses is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 431. Residents earn $37,708 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
431 Population 252/sq mi density
$37,708 Median Income $24,197 per capita
$47,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$37,708 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,100 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,708
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,100
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population431
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density252/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,708
Per Capita$24,197
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$510M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Elevation334 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+59.8%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute37 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Neeses a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neeses receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Neeses offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neeses is $37,708, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neeses is $47,100, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Neeses enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Neeses has a population of 431 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 19.5% Black.

Population

431
Total Population
252
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Neeses vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Neeses vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neeses is $37,708, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Neeses vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,708
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,197
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$51,522

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)307
County GDP$510M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare42
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Neeses is $47,100, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,100
83% 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-Occupied89.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg
Effective Rate6.34%
In Neeses, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death15,722/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access32.6%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Neeses has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.5 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation334 ft (102 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density252/sq mi
Coordinates33.5364°N, 81.1236°W
County FIPS45009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.7%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 15.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+59.8%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density252/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants24
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Work from Home8.7%

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