South Carolina
Springfield is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 434. Residents earn $44,583 per year, which is 41% below the national average.
Based on current data, Springfield 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Springfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Springfield is $44,583, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Springfield is $78,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Springfield 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.
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,583 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,395 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,524 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.1% |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 427 |
| County GDP | $701M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.10% |
| Commute Time | 39.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
| Census Median | $78,200 |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $92,864 |
| Census Median Rent | $814 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.10% |
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.1% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 10.3% |
| Stroke | 4.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 17,191/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 299 ft (91 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 249/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4967°N, 81.2795°W |
| County FIPS | 45011 |
Winner: Republican by 15.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.7% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 249/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 72 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 39.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |