Peak, SC

South Carolina

Peak is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 78.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
78 Population 229/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $30,565 per capita
$165,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $165,600
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population78
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,565
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,034M

Housing

Home Value$165,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation348 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+90.5%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
CommuteN/A
Broadband36.0%
Libraries2

Is Peak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peak receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Peak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peak is $165,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Peak 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 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Peak has a population of 78 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 5.1% Black.

Population

78
Total Population
229
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Peak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Peak vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Peak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,565
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$59,494

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)928
County GDP$2,034M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare67
Retail138
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,112
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Peak is $165,600, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,600
41% 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-Occupied34.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,112
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.88%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death13,000/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Peak 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 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates34.2363°N, 81.3288°W
County FIPS45071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score4.51
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants73
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home5.3%

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