Median Income
$35,016
53% lower than US avg
Home Value
$102,200
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$963
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.9%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
37.5%
202% higher than US avg
How Southern Shops Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,985
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density1,119/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 31%
Economy
C
Median Income$35,016
Per Capita$16,178
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty37.5%
County GDP$22,980M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$102,200
Rent$963
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity47.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease9.5%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation883 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+58.6%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute20 min
Libraries10
Is Southern Shops a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Southern Shops 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. Southern Shops has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Southern Shops is $35,016, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 37.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Southern Shops is $102,200, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Southern Shops 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.
Southern Shops has a population of 3,985 with a density of 1,119 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (30.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 21.7% Black.
Population
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Southern Shops vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 50.5% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Spanish | 49.5% |
| 269% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Southern Shops vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Southern Shops is $35,016, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Southern Shops vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $35,016 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,178 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,145 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,958 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 37.5% |
| 202% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,388 |
| County GDP | $22,980M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 644 |
| Healthcare | 647 |
| Retail | 1,084 |
| Manufacturing | 421 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,607 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.7% |
The median home value in Southern Shops is $102,200, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $102,200 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $214,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $214,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $0 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.8% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $963 |
| 17% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,607 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.53% |
In Southern Shops, 47.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 45.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Southern Shops vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.9% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 20.7% |
| Heart Disease | 9.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.6% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 12.7% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 45.9% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 21.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 69.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,013/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 647 |
Crime Rates: Southern Shops vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
Southern Shops 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 Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.2 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,119/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9821°N, 81.9909°W |
| County FIPS | 45083 |