Startex, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Startex is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 417.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
417 Population 386/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,347 per capita
N/A Home Value $137,846 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.5%
138% higher than US avg

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

People

Population417
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density386/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,347
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.5%
County GDP$48,738M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,846

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation822 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+51.8%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Libraries13

Is Startex a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Startex receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Startex faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Startex enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Startex has a population of 417 with a density of 386 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

417
Total Population
386
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Startex vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Startex vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Startex is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Startex vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,347
Avg Weekly Wage$1,216
IRS Avg AGI$85,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.5%
138% above US avg
Establishments (County)20,298
County GDP$48,738M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,400
Healthcare1,525
Retail1,857
Manufacturing553

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,018
15% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,846.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$137,846

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied32.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,018
15% above US avg
In Startex, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death9,142/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access84.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,525

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)100

Safety Score

Startex has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation822 ft (251 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density386/sq mi
Coordinates34.9294°N, 82.0947°W
County FIPS45045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+51.8%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density386/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities1,525
Restaurants1,400
Retail Stores1,857

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)100

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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