Zion, SC

South Carolina

Zion is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 77.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
77 Population 214/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,048 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.8%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female20% / 81%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,048
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,039M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation104 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+88.3%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband60.0%
Libraries4

Is Zion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zion receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Zion faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Zion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Zion has a population of 77 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (75.3%), with 24.7% White.

Population

77
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 19.5%
Female 80.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Zion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Zion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zion is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Zion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,048
Avg Weekly Wage$807
IRS Avg AGI$43,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)531
County GDP$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare58
Retail110
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied52.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
In Zion, 46.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.8%
46% above US avg
Diabetes17.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure44.1%
Asthma12.8%
COPD7.5%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.4%
Checkup Rate84.5%
Premature Death19,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Zion has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation104 ft (32 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates34.2588°N, 79.3117°W
County FIPS45033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.8-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants60
Retail Stores110

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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