Ulmer, SC

South Carolina

Ulmer is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 118. Residents earn $95,250 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
118 Population 43/sq mi density
$95,250 Median Income $29,698 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$95,250 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,250
27% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.5%
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population118
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,250
Per Capita$29,698
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$510M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation156 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute27 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries2

Is Ulmer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ulmer receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ulmer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ulmer is $95,250, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ulmer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ulmer has a population of 118 with a density of 43 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 18.6% Black.

Population

118
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ulmer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ulmer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ulmer is $95,250, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Ulmer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,250
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,698
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$51,522

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)307
County GDP$510M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare42
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied91.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg
In Ulmer, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma9.6%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.6%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death15,722/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access32.6%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Ulmer has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation156 ft (48 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates33.1021°N, 81.2090°W
County FIPS45009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 45.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.3-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.7%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 15.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.5%
35% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.51
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants24
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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