Newry, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Newry is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 393.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
393 Population 1,310/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $14,393 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.7%
260% higher than US avg

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

People

Population393
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density1,310/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,393
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty44.7%
County GDP$6,019M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Elevation781 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+62.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4

Is Newry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newry receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Newry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 44.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Newry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Newry has a population of 393 with a density of 1,310 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.3%).

Population

393
Total Population
1,310
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Newry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.6%
21% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newry is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 44.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Newry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$14,393
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$73,256

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate44.7%
260% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,956
County GDP$6,019M

Business (County)

Restaurants263
Healthcare211
Retail364
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,968
13% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$86
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio79.7%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,968
13% above US avg
In Newry, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death10,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access72.6%
Healthcare Facilities211

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Newry has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,310/sq mi
Coordinates34.7248°N, 82.9146°W
County FIPS45077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+62.0%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,310/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities211
Restaurants263
Retail Stores364

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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