Sellers, SC

South Carolina

Sellers is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 188. Residents earn $23,250 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
188 Population 281/sq mi density
$23,250 Median Income $14,482 per capita
$13,500 Home Value
$416 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$23,250 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$13,500 home value, $416/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,250
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $13,500
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $416
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age57.4 yrs
Density281/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,250
Per Capita$14,482
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$1,039M

Housing

A+
Home Value$13,500
Rent$416
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation78 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+77.5%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband52.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Sellers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sellers receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sellers has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sellers is $23,250, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 50.0% 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 Sellers is $13,500, 95% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $416 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sellers enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sellers has a population of 188 with a density of 281 people per square mile. The median age is 57.4 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (54.8%), with 10.1% White, 13.3% Hispanic.

Population

188
Total Population
281
People / sq mi
57.4yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73.4%
Female 26.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sellers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sellers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sellers is $23,250, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sellers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,250
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,482
Avg Weekly Wage$807
IRS Avg AGI$43,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)531
County GDP$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare58
Retail110
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate17.63%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sellers is $13,500, 95% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $416 (64% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$13,500
95% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$416
64% 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-Occupied54.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Rate17.63%
In Sellers, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.1%
44% above US avg
Diabetes18.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure45.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.7%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate82.5%
Premature Death19,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Sellers has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation78 ft (24 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density281/sq mi
Coordinates34.2826°N, 79.4723°W
County FIPS45033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.8-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+77.5%
School Test Score4.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density281/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants60
Retail Stores110

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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