South Carolina · Metropolitan Area
North is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 783. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Based on current data, North receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. North has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in North is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 25.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
The median home value in North is $86,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 399 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,989 per 100,000, 104% above the national average.
6.5% 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.
North 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.
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,250 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,619 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,077 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,428 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.6% |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 8,854 |
| County GDP | $19,752M |
| Restaurants | 628 |
| Healthcare | 754 |
| Retail | 1,199 |
| Manufacturing | 194 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,132 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.62% |
| Commute Time | 34.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $86,500 |
| 69% below US avg |
| $/Sq Ft | $97 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
| Census Median Rent | $717 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,132 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.62% |
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.4% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.6% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,865/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 754 |
| Total Violent | 398.9/100K |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 398.9/100K |
| Total Property | 3,989.4/100K |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,595.7/100K |
| Theft | 2,260.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 133.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 41 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.5 inches |
| 44% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 278 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 910/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6164°N, 81.1030°W |
| County FIPS | 45063 |
Winner: Republican by 33.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.5% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 910/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 754 |
| Restaurants | 628 |
| Retail Stores | 1,199 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 41 |
| Avg Commute | 34.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |