Vance, SC

South Carolina

Vance is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 206. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
206 Population 404/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $22,652 per capita
$96,300 Home Value $154,922 Zillow
$1,075 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,300 home value, $1,075/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,300
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,075
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.8%
92% higher than US avg

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

People

Population206
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density404/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$22,652
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty23.8%
County GDP$962M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,300
Rent$1,075
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,922

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Elevation126 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+86.1%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute42 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries2

Is Vance a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vance receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Vance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vance is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vance is $96,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,075 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Vance enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Vance has a population of 206 with a density of 404 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (99%).

Population

206
Total Population
404
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65%
Female 35%

Race & Ethnicity

Vance vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Vance vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vance is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Vance vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,652
Avg Weekly Wage$792
IRS Avg AGI$50,558

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.8%
92% 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 Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.3 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Vance is $96,300, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,075 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,922.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,300
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,922

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,075
8% 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-Occupied76.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,982
15% below US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
In Vance, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure43.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.8%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Checkup Rate82.3%
Premature Death15,443/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Vance has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation126 ft (38 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density404/sq mi
Coordinates33.4364°N, 80.4202°W
County FIPS45027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.3-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.3%

Winner: Republican by 12.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density404/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants54
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.3 min
Work from Home7.5%

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