Woodruff, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Woodruff is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 4,337. Residents earn $64,292 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
4,337 Population 855/sq mi density
$64,292 Median Income $27,350 per capita
$188,500 Home Value $281,208 Zillow
$772 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
556 Violent Crime/100K 3,288 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$64,292 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,500 home value, $772/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
556 violent crimes/100K (46% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,292
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $188,500
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 556/100K
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $772
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,337
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density855/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,292
Per Capita$27,350
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$2,914M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,500
Rent$772
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$281,208

Crime

F
Violent556/100K
Property3,288/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault411/100K
Burglary798/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation738 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+86.3%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Woodruff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodruff receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Woodruff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodruff is $64,292, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodruff is $188,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $772 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 556 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,288 per 100,000, 68% above the national average.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodruff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woodruff has a population of 4,337 with a density of 855 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65%), with 27.4% Black.

Population

4,337
Total Population
855
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodruff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodruff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodruff is $64,292, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Woodruff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,292
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,350
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$52,027

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,049
County GDP$2,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare68
Retail196
Manufacturing79

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodruff is $188,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $772 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,208.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,208
Median List Price$238,995

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$238,995
$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold38
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops39.1%
Inventory128

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$772
34% 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-Occupied54.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Woodruff, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death13,904/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access52.3%
Healthcare Facilities68
Woodruff has a violent crime rate of 556 per 100,000 residents, 46% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,288 per 100,000 (68% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent556.1/100K
46% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape24.2/100K
Robbery120.9/100K
Assault411.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,288.2/100K
68% above US avg
Burglary797.9/100K
Theft2,393.6/100K
Vehicle Theft96.7/100K
Arson48.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodruff has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density855/sq mi
Coordinates34.7451°N, 82.0375°W
County FIPS45059
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score4.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density855/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants93
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home2.1%

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