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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,250 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,652 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $792 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,558 |
| Unemployment | 10.1% |
| 181% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.8% |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 647 |
| County GDP | $962M |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 107 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,982 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.10% |
| Commute Time | 42.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
| Census Median | $96,300 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $154,922 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,075 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,982 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.10% |
| Obesity | 43.2% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.8% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.3% |
| Premature Death | 15,443/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 44.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.5 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 126 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 404/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4364°N, 80.4202°W |
| County FIPS | 45027 |
Winner: Republican by 12.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.5% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 404/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 34.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Retail Stores | 107 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 42.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |