Wisacky, SC

South Carolina

Wisacky is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 175. Residents earn $29,413 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
175 Population 32/sq mi density
$29,413 Median Income $27,379 per capita
$165,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$29,413 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$165,100 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,413
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,100
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.7%
58% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population175
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

B+
Median Income$29,413
Per Capita$27,379
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$507M

Housing

B+
Home Value$165,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity50.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation187 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 56%
CommuteN/A
Libraries1

Is Wisacky a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wisacky receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wisacky has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wisacky is $29,413, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wisacky is $165,100, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wisacky enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wisacky has a population of 175 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (80.6%), with 19.4% White.

Population

175
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wisacky vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.2%
9% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wisacky vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wisacky is $29,413, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Wisacky vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,413
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,379
Avg Weekly Wage$954
IRS Avg AGI$45,713

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$507M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare13
Retail43
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,457
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wisacky is $165,100, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,100
41% below US avg

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-Occupied86.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,457
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Wisacky, 50.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 42.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.7%
58% above US avg
Diabetes21.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure49.4%
Asthma13.4%
COPD10.6%
Stroke6.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.3%
Physical Inactivity42.6%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress18.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate83.7%
Premature Death17,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access27.1%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Wisacky has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates34.1466°N, 80.1914°W
County FIPS45061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 55.8%

Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants18
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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