Red Bank, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Red Bank is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 10,950. Residents earn $60,348 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
10,950 Population 873/sq mi density
$60,348 Median Income $26,545 per capita
$176,200 Home Value
$1,141 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$60,348 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,200 home value, $1,141/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,348
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,200
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,141
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,950
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density873/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,348
Per Capita$26,545
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$19,752M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,200
Rent$1,141
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation277 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+88.2%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Libraries11

Is Red Bank a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Bank receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Red Bank offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Red Bank is $60,348, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% 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 Red Bank is $176,200, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Red Bank enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Red Bank has a population of 10,950 with a density of 873 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.4%), with 12.9% Black.

Population

10,950
Total Population
873
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
12.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Red Bank vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Red Bank vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Bank is $60,348, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Red Bank vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,348
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,545
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$75,428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,854
County GDP$19,752M

Business (County)

Restaurants628
Healthcare754
Retail1,199
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,132
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Red Bank is $176,200, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,141 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,200
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,141
2% 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-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,132
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In Red Bank, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Red Bank vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death8,865/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities754

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41

Safety Score

Red Bank has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation277 ft (84 m)
Area12.5 sq mi (32.5 km²)
Population Density873/sq mi
Coordinates33.9295°N, 81.2339°W
County FIPS45063
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density873/sq mi
Total Area12.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities754
Restaurants628
Retail Stores1,199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home8.1%

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