Walhalla, SC

South Carolina

Walhalla is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 4,121. Residents earn $42,696 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,121 Population 1,059/sq mi density
$42,696 Median Income $19,603 per capita
$176,500 Home Value $225,002 Zillow
$640 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
399 Violent Crime/100K 1,879 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$42,696 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$176,500 home value, $640/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
399 violent crimes/100K (5% above avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,696
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,500
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 399/100K
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.1%
127% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,121
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1,059/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,696
Per Capita$19,603
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty28.1%
County GDP$5,243M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$176,500
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,002

Crime

F
Violent399/100K
Property1,879/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault305/100K
Burglary611/100K

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.1 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+71.7%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Walhalla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walhalla receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Walhalla has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walhalla is $42,696, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 28.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walhalla is $176,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 399 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,879 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Walhalla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Walhalla has a population of 4,121 with a density of 1,059 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.7%), with 4% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

4,121
Total Population
1,059
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Walhalla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.1%
1% below US avg
Spanish21.9%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Walhalla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walhalla is $42,696, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Walhalla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,696
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,603
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$77,256

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.1%
127% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,024
County GDP$5,243M

Business (County)

Restaurants140
Healthcare131
Retail281
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Walhalla is $176,500, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,002.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,500
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,002
Median List Price$320,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$320,000
$/Sq Ft$172
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% 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-Occupied56.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In Walhalla, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.7%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death10,456/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities131
Walhalla has a violent crime rate of 399 per 100,000 residents, 5% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,879 per 100,000 (4% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent399.3/100K
5% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape70.5/100K
Robbery23.5/100K
Assault305.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,878.8/100K
4% below US avg
Burglary610.6/100K
Theft1,197.8/100K
Vehicle Theft70.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Walhalla has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.1 inches
61% above US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density1,059/sq mi
Coordinates34.7695°N, 83.0555°W
County FIPS45073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 51.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+71.7%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,059/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities131
Restaurants140
Retail Stores281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home3.4%

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