Roebuck, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Roebuck is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 3,468. Residents earn $51,111 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,468 Population 808/sq mi density
$51,111 Median Income $27,165 per capita
$192,800 Home Value $278,794 Zillow
$1,087 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$51,111 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$192,800 home value, $1,087/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,111
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,800
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,087
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,468
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density808/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,111
Per Capita$27,165
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$22,980M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,800
Rent$1,087
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,794

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation736 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+88.2%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Libraries10

Is Roebuck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roebuck 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 below-average incomes. Roebuck offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roebuck is $51,111, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roebuck is $192,800, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,087 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.7% 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

Roebuck enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Roebuck has a population of 3,468 with a density of 808 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.8%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 23.4% Black.

Population

3,468
Total Population
808
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Roebuck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roebuck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roebuck is $51,111, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Roebuck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,111
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,165
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$67,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,388
County GDP$22,980M

Business (County)

Restaurants644
Healthcare647
Retail1,084
Manufacturing421

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,607
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Roebuck is $192,800, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,087 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,794.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,800
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,794
Median List Price$237,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$237,900
$/Sq Ft$132
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.8%
Price Drops77.8%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,087
7% 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-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,607
3% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Roebuck, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death11,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities647

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Roebuck has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation736 ft (224 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density808/sq mi
Coordinates34.8790°N, 81.9644°W
County FIPS45083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 33.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density808/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities647
Restaurants644
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

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