Unity, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Unity is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 655. Residents earn $37,037 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
655 Population 310/sq mi density
$37,037 Median Income $17,844 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$37,037 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,037
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 49.4%
298% higher than US avg

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

People

Population655
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density310/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,037
Per Capita$17,844
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty49.4%
County GDP$5,253M
Commute38 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation621 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+69.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute38 min
Libraries3

Is Unity a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Unity receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Unity faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Unity is $37,037, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 49.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Unity enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Unity has a population of 655 with a density of 310 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

655
Total Population
310
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Unity vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.0%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.0%
131% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Unity vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Unity is $37,037, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 49.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Unity vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,037
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,844
Avg Weekly Wage$1,241
IRS Avg AGI$84,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate49.4%
298% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,236
County GDP$5,253M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare186
Retail272
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,400
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.4 min
Work from Home4.0%

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-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,400
3% below US avg
In Unity, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.1%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death11,214/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access72.7%
Healthcare Facilities186

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Unity has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation621 ft (189 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density310/sq mi
Coordinates34.8016°N, 80.6918°W
County FIPS45057
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 24.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+69.0%
School Test Score4.51
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density310/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities186
Restaurants162
Retail Stores272

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.4 min
Work from Home4.0%

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