Quinby, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Quinby is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 865. Residents earn $65,208 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
865 Population 660/sq mi density
$65,208 Median Income $29,367 per capita
$153,800 Home Value $195,997 Zillow
$943 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$65,208 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,800 home value, $943/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,208
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,800
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $943
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population865
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density660/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 29%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,208
Per Capita$29,367
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$9,981M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,800
Rent$943
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,997

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation121 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+89.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute24 min
Libraries7

Is Quinby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quinby receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Quinby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quinby is $65,208, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quinby is $153,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Quinby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Quinby has a population of 865 with a density of 660 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (65.7%), with 29.2% White.

Population

865
Total Population
660
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Quinby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quinby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quinby is $65,208, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Quinby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,208
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,367
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$66,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,740
County GDP$9,981M

Business (County)

Restaurants341
Healthcare438
Retail674
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,661
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Quinby is $153,800, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,997.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,800
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,997

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$943
19% 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-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,661
24% below US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Quinby, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.1%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate82.4%
Premature Death14,827/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access53.6%
Healthcare Facilities438

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Quinby has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density660/sq mi
Coordinates34.2280°N, 79.7357°W
County FIPS45041
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density660/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities438
Restaurants341
Retail Stores674

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home10.6%

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