Seabrook, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Seabrook is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 959. Residents earn $62,941 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
959 Population 174/sq mi density
$62,941 Median Income $31,954 per capita
$27,200 Home Value $392,649 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$62,941 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$27,200 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,941
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $27,200
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.6%
74% higher than US avg

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

People

Population959
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 16%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,941
Per Capita$31,954
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty21.6%
County GDP$12,873M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$27,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$392,649

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation19 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+79.1%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute30 min
Libraries7

Is Seabrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seabrook receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Seabrook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seabrook is $62,941, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seabrook is $27,200, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Seabrook enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Seabrook has a population of 959 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (52.8%), with 16.1% White, 28.2% Hispanic.

Population

959
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.8%
Female 70.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Seabrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Seabrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seabrook is $62,941, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Seabrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,941
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,954
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$116,088

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.6%
74% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,748
County GDP$12,873M

Business (County)

Restaurants590
Healthcare573
Retail806
Manufacturing88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate23.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Seabrook is $27,200, 90% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $392,649.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$27,200
90% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$392,649

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$396
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

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-Occupied90.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
Effective Rate23.56%
In Seabrook, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes17.6%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure43.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD10.4%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate80.8%
Premature Death7,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities573

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Seabrook has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation19 ft (6 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates32.5348°N, 80.7562°W
County FIPS45013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+79.1%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities573
Restaurants590
Retail Stores806

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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