Troy, SC

South Carolina

Troy is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 164. Residents earn $45,833 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
164 Population 205/sq mi density
$45,833 Median Income $17,907 per capita
N/A Home Value $118,515 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$45,833 median income, 2.8% unemployment
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,833
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population164
Median Age24.8 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,833
Per Capita$17,907
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$331M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$118,515

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation499 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+91.4%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute31 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries1

Is Troy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Troy receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Troy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Troy is $45,833, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Troy 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 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Troy has a population of 164 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

164
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Troy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Troy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Troy is $45,833, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Troy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,833
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,907
Avg Weekly Wage$816
IRS Avg AGI$69,470

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)304
County GDP$331M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare5
Retail24
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,867
10% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,515.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$118,515

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-Occupied91.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,867
10% above US avg
In Troy, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD9.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.7%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death14,226/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Troy 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 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates33.9919°N, 82.2979°W
County FIPS45065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.1-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.9%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants13
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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