Snelling, SC

South Carolina

Snelling is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 283. Residents earn $41,042 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
283 Population 70/sq mi density
$41,042 Median Income $28,748 per capita
$63,900 Home Value
$793 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$41,042 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,900 home value, $793/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,042
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,900
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $793
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,042
Per Capita$28,748
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$701M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,900
Rent$793
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation237 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+87.3%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute19 min
Libraries3

Is Snelling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Snelling receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, high obesity rates. Snelling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Snelling is $41,042, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Snelling is $63,900, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $793 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Snelling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Snelling has a population of 283 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 10.2% Black.

Population

283
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Snelling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Snelling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Snelling is $41,042, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Snelling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,042
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,748
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$47,524

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)427
County GDP$701M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare25
Retail72
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,424
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Snelling is $63,900, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $793 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,900
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$793
32% 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-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,424
31% below US avg
Effective Rate3.79%
In Snelling, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 36.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD11.6%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity36.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death17,191/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access59.7%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Snelling has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.2 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation237 ft (72 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates33.2443°N, 81.4750°W
County FIPS45011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.2%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 15.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants35
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home0.8%

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