Pinewood, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Pinewood is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 559. Residents earn $27,500 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
559 Population 522/sq mi density
$27,500 Median Income $22,017 per capita
$88,500 Home Value $136,775 Zillow
$435 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$27,500 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$88,500 home value, $435/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,500
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $435
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.5%
210% higher than US avg

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

People

Population559
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density522/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 36%

Economy

C
Median Income$27,500
Per Capita$22,017
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty38.5%
County GDP$6,288M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,500
Rent$435
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,775

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation191 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+88.1%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute32 min
Libraries4

Is Pinewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinewood receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pinewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinewood is $27,500, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 38.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pinewood is $88,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $435 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pinewood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pinewood has a population of 559 with a density of 522 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (52.1%), with 35.6% White, 8.2% Hispanic.

Population

559
Total Population
522
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pinewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinewood is $27,500, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Pinewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,500
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,017
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$55,168

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.5%
210% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,305
County GDP$6,288M

Business (County)

Restaurants178
Healthcare213
Retail374
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,945
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pinewood is $88,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $435 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,775.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,500
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,775

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$435
63% 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-Occupied53.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,945
16% below US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
In Pinewood, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.4%
41% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.9%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate80.9%
Premature Death13,356/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.6%
Healthcare Facilities213

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Pinewood has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation191 ft (58 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density522/sq mi
Coordinates33.7396°N, 80.4620°W
County FIPS45085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 51.9%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density522/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants178
Retail Stores374

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Work from Home5.5%

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