Taylors, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Taylors is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 23,686. Residents earn $71,747 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
23,686 Population 2,243/sq mi density
$71,747 Median Income $34,539 per capita
$242,700 Home Value $306,531 Zillow
$1,260 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,747 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$242,700 home value, $1,260/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,747
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $242,700
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.4%
32% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,260
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population23,686
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density2,243/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,747
Per Capita$34,539
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$48,738M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,700
Rent$1,260
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$306,531

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation917 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.4%
High School+92.8%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Taylors a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taylors 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. Taylors stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taylors is $71,747, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taylors is $242,700, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,260 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Taylors enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Taylors has a population of 23,686 with a density of 2,243 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.4%), with 13.5% Black.

Population

23,686
Total Population
2,243
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
10.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Taylors vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.9%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.1%
2% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taylors vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taylors is $71,747, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Taylors vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,747
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,539
Avg Weekly Wage$1,216
IRS Avg AGI$85,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below 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
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Taylors is $242,700, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,260 (8% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $306,531.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,700
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$306,531
Median List Price$300,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$300,500
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold20
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops19.8%
Inventory101

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,260
8% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,338

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,018
15% above US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Taylors, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death9,142/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)100

Safety Score

Taylors has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation917 ft (280 m)
Area10.6 sq mi (27.4 km²)
Population Density2,243/sq mi
Coordinates34.9143°N, 82.3139°W
County FIPS45045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 44.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above 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+44.4%
32% above US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score4.51
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,243/sq mi
Total Area10.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities1,525
Restaurants1,400
Retail Stores1,857

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)100

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home13.4%

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