Woodford, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Woodford is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 139. Residents earn $53,125 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
139 Population 176/sq mi density
$53,125 Median Income $26,696 per capita
$73,800 Home Value
$936 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$53,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,800 home value, $936/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $936
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$26,696
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$19,752M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,800
Rent$936
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Elevation378 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+74.2%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute31 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries11

Is Woodford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Woodford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodford is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodford is $73,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woodford has a population of 139 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.6%), with 48.9% Black.

Population

139
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.8%
Female 61.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodford is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Woodford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,125
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,696
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$75,428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,854
County GDP$19,752M

Business (County)

Restaurants628
Healthcare754
Retail1,199
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,132
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodford is $73,800, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,800
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$936
20% 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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,132
11% below US avg
Effective Rate4.24%
In Woodford, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure42.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.8%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death8,865/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities754

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41

Safety Score

Woodford has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.5 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation378 ft (115 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates33.6687°N, 81.1120°W
County FIPS45063
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.5-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+74.2%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities754
Restaurants628
Retail Stores1,199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home9.9%

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