Pauline, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Pauline is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 255. Residents earn $79,732 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
255 Population 178/sq mi density
$79,732 Median Income $48,563 per capita
$207,100 Home Value $324,404 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,732 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,100 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,732
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $207,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population255
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female73% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,732
Per Capita$48,563
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$22,980M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$324,404

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation732 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+94.2%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Libraries10

Is Pauline a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pauline receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Pauline offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pauline is $79,732, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pauline is $207,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pauline 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 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pauline has a population of 255 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

255
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.5%
Female 27.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pauline vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pauline vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pauline is $79,732, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Pauline vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,732
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,563
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$67,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,388
County GDP$22,980M

Business (County)

Restaurants644
Healthcare647
Retail1,084
Manufacturing421

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,607
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pauline is $207,100, 27% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $324,404.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,100
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$324,404

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-Occupied92.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,607
3% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Pauline, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death11,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities647

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Pauline 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 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates34.8343°N, 81.8663°W
County FIPS45083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score4.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities647
Restaurants644
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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