Promised Land, SC

South Carolina

Promised Land is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 127.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
127 Population 81/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $15,146 per capita
$109,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $109,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.0%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.9%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.6%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age62.1 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female78% / 22%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$15,146
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.6%
County GDP$4,899M

Housing

Home Value$109,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation555 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.0%
High School+78.3%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4

Is Promised Land a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Promised Land receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, high obesity rates. Promised Land 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%. The poverty rate of 27.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Promised Land is $109,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Promised Land enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Promised Land has a population of 127 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 62.1 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

127
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
62.1yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 78%
Female 22%

Race & Ethnicity

Promised Land vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Promised Land vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Promised Land is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Promised Land vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,146
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$59,018

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.6%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,569
County GDP$4,899M

Business (County)

Restaurants144
Healthcare135
Retail282
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,160
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Promised Land is $109,600, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,600
61% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,160
10% below US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
In Promised Land, 45.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Promised Land vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.9%
43% above US avg
Diabetes19.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure47.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.2%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.9%
Checkup Rate82.5%
Premature Death13,119/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities135

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Promised Land has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation555 ft (169 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates34.1277°N, 82.2307°W
County FIPS45047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 34.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 29 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.0%
1% above US avg
High School+78.3%
School Test Score4.51
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants144
Retail Stores282

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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