Paxville, SC

South Carolina

Paxville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 386. Residents earn $56,071 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
386 Population 368/sq mi density
$56,071 Median Income $27,132 per capita
$156,800 Home Value
$783 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,071 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,800 home value, $783/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,071
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population386
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density368/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 32%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,071
Per Capita$27,132
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$962M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,800
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Elevation185 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+83.7%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute29 min
Libraries2

Is Paxville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paxville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Paxville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paxville is $56,071, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paxville is $156,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Paxville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Paxville has a population of 386 with a density of 368 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (57.3%), with 31.6% White, 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

386
Total Population
368
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Paxville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paxville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paxville is $56,071, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Paxville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,071
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,132
Avg Weekly Wage$792
IRS Avg AGI$50,558

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)647
County GDP$962M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare43
Retail107
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,982
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Paxville is $156,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,800
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$231
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,982
15% below US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Paxville, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Checkup Rate81.1%
Premature Death15,443/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Paxville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation185 ft (56 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density368/sq mi
Coordinates33.7390°N, 80.3586°W
County FIPS45027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.3%

Winner: Republican by 12.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density368/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants54
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home9.6%

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