South Carolina · Metropolitan Area
St. Matthews is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,626. Residents earn $55,351 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, St. Matthews receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. St. Matthews offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in St. Matthews is $55,351, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in St. Matthews is $146,600, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 842 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,318 per 100,000, 69% above the national average.
29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
St. Matthews enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°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 | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,351 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,598 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,170 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,323 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.7% |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 287 |
| County GDP | $911M |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,059 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.09% |
| Commute Time | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.6% |
| Census Median | $146,600 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $825 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,059 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.09% |
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.6% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.8% |
| Premature Death | 14,695/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 20.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Total Violent | 842.0/100K |
| 122% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 148.6/100K |
| Assault | 693.4/100K |
| Total Property | 3,318.5/100K |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 891.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,278.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 148.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 847/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6646°N, 80.7788°W |
| County FIPS | 45017 |
Winner: Republican by 14.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.5% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 847/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 33 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.6% |