Stateburg, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Stateburg is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 1,859. Residents earn $71,781 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,859 Population 399/sq mi density
$71,781 Median Income $33,922 per capita
$220,700 Home Value
$1,680 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,781 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,700 home value, $1,680/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,781
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,700
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,680
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,859
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density399/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,781
Per Capita$33,922
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$6,288M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,700
Rent$1,680
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation174 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+96.7%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute20 min
Libraries4

Is Stateburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stateburg receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Stateburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stateburg is $71,781, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stateburg is $220,700, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,680 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Stateburg 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.

Stateburg has a population of 1,859 with a density of 399 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.8%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 12.5% Black.

Population

1,859
Total Population
399
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Stateburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.0%
10% above US avg
Spanish14.0%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stateburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stateburg is $71,781, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Stateburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,781
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,922
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$55,168

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,305
County GDP$6,288M

Business (County)

Restaurants178
Healthcare213
Retail374
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,945
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stateburg is $220,700, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,680 (44% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,700
22% below US avg
Median List Price$368,455

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$368,455
$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,680
44% above 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-Occupied91.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,945
16% below US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
In Stateburg, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death13,356/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.6%
Healthcare Facilities213

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Stateburg has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°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

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.2 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density399/sq mi
Coordinates33.9749°N, 80.5259°W
County FIPS45085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 51.9%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score4.51
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density399/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants178
Retail Stores374

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home2.8%

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