Turbeville, SC

South Carolina

Turbeville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 703. Residents earn $41,667 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
703 Population 525/sq mi density
$41,667 Median Income $19,609 per capita
$120,300 Home Value $165,307 Zillow
$603 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
245 Violent Crime/100K 2,577 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$41,667 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,300 home value, $603/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
245 violent crimes/100K (35% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,667
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,300
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 245/100K
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $603
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population703
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density525/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,667
Per Capita$19,609
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$962M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,300
Rent$603
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,307

Crime

F
Violent245/100K
Property2,577/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault245/100K
Burglary368/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Elevation121 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+78.4%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Turbeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turbeville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Turbeville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Turbeville is $41,667, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Turbeville is $120,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $603 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Turbeville is below the national average at 245 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,577 per 100,000, 31% above the national average.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Turbeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Turbeville has a population of 703 with a density of 525 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 44.5% Black.

Population

703
Total Population
525
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Turbeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Turbeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Turbeville is $41,667, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Turbeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,667
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,609
Avg Weekly Wage$792
IRS Avg AGI$50,558

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)647
County GDP$962M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare43
Retail107
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,982
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Turbeville is $120,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $603 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,307.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,300
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,307

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$603
48% below 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-Occupied59.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,982
15% below US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In Turbeville, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate80.6%
Premature Death15,443/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities43
Turbeville has a violent crime rate of 245 per 100,000 residents, 35% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,577 per 100,000 (31% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent245.4/100K
35% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault245.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,576.7/100K
31% above US avg
Burglary368.1/100K
Theft1,963.2/100K
Vehicle Theft245.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Turbeville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density525/sq mi
Coordinates33.8895°N, 80.0162°W
County FIPS45027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.3%

Winner: Republican by 12.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+78.4%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density525/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants54
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home2.5%

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