Hilda, SC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Barnwell County · South Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Hilda based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
506
2023 ACS
Median Income
$46,111
2023
Median Home Value
$56,600
2023
Median Rent
$725
2023
Median Age
47.3
Unemployment
5.8%
Cost of Living Index
71.1
100 = national avg
Hilda is a city in Barnwell County, South Carolina, with a population of 506 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Hilda is one of the communities in South Carolina.
The median household income in Hilda is $46,111, and the median home value is $56,600. The cost of living index is 71.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $725 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, and the median age is 47.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
506
Male
266
52.6%
Female
240
47.4%
Median Age
47.3
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
2.4%
High School or Higher
40.9%
Foreign Born
2.4%
Veterans
3.6%
Married
50.6%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.210
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
88.5%
Foreign Born
2.4%
Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
481
English Only
95.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Indo-European
18 speakers
Limited English
2.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.5%
Limited English Proficiency
2.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
18
3.6% of population
Disability Rate
5.6%
1 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$28,750
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
18
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$28,750
Non-Veteran Income
$26,919
Difference
$1,831
6.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1
Without Disability
17
Disability Rate
5.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
248
#1 Ancestry
American
30.2% (153)
#2 Ancestry
English
9.7% (49)
#3 Ancestry
German
4.2% (21)
Top 10 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
224
Family Households
136
60.7%
Married Couples
93
41.5%
Non-Family Households
88
39.3%
Single Mother Households
20
8.9%
Single Father Households
23
10.3%
Living Alone
74
33.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
74
In Married Couple
29
39.2%
With Single Mother
31
41.9%
With Single Father
14
18.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$69,500
Married Couple Income
$83,068
Single Father Income
$68,625
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
3.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
22
Grandparents Responsible
22
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$46,111
-37% vs national
Per Capita Income
$25,326
-32% vs national
Poverty Rate
22.4%
+65% vs national
Gini Index
0.4023
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.8%
+12% vs national
SNAP Recipients
21.0%
of households
How Hilda Compares
Hilda vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Hilda is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Hilda, SC has a median household income of $46,111, making it the 23,103rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Hilda has a higher median household income than 18% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Hilda, SC has a per capita income of $25,326, making it the 22,089th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Hilda has a higher per capita income than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Hilda, SC has a poverty rate of 22.4%, making it the 5,868th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Hilda has a higher poverty rate than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Hilda, SC has a unemployment rate of 5.8%, making it the 9,577th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Hilda has a higher unemployment rate than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Hilda. The median household income here is $46,111.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
-4% vs SC avg
Labor Force
206
Employed
194
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
2.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
40.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
47.3
Work from Home
9.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the South Carolina metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$99.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
71.1
100 = national avg
-28.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,283
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$73,941
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$709
per month
2 Bedroom
$930
per month
The median household income in Hilda, SC is $46,111, which is 37.0% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $25,326. The poverty rate of 22.4% is higher than the SC state average of 19.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4023, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, compared to the state average of 6.1%. The labor force is 206. 2.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 83.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 71.1, which is 28.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 57.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,283 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Hilda vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Hilda is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Hilda, SC has a median home value of $56,600, making it the 26,858th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Hilda has a higher median home value than 4% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Hilda, SC has a median rent of $725, making it the 17,959th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Hilda has a higher median rent than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Hilda, SC has a rent burden of 18.9%, making it the 10,481st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Hilda has a higher rent burden than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$56,600
Median Rent
$725
Total Housing Units
278
Vacancy Rate
19.4%
Owner Occupied
86.2%
Renter Occupied
13.8%
Median Property Tax
$461
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$566
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$461
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
of home value
Median Home Value
$56,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$468
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($461) by the median home value ($56,600). In Hilda, SC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.81%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Hilda, SC is $56,600. The median rent is $725 per month (Census ACS). About 86.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1974. There are 278 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $461. The effective tax rate is 0.81%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Hilda. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
45.8
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
28.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
98.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
19.1
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
26
Public Assistance
$3.8M
Individual Assistance
$4.7M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
13 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | $349K | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $192K | $4.3M |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Nov 2022 | $20K | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Straight-l… → | Severe Storm | May 2020 | $64K | $185K |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $14K | $164K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | Mar 2020 | $65K | — |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Oct 2017 | $22K | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $101K | $54K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2015 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2014 | $2.9M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2014 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 28 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
6
Total Claims Paid
$40,536
Avg Claim Payout
$6,756
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
6
Federal Funding
$117,135
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
3.88
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 3 | $117,135 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 2 | $0 |
| 100.1: Public Awareness and Education (Brochures, Workshops, Videos, etc.) | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Hilda has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, earthquake, tornado. The area has had 26 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (13 declarations). 6 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $3,841,647 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,730,450 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 6 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
38.5%
2.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.2%
0.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.5%
2.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.4%
1.8pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
40.1%
Arthritis
30.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.2%
Loneliness
32.4%
Lack of Support
23.7%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.1%
Mobility
18.0%
Cognitive
16.8%
Hearing
8.2%
Vision
6.3%
Self-Care
5.0%
Independent Living
10.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Hilda has an obesity rate of 38.5%, which is 2.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.2%, 0.7pp above the national average. About 12.4% of adults lack health insurance. 79.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
1.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
21.5 mi
Allendale County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allendale County Hospital | 21.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Aiken Regional Medical Center | 33.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Hampton Regional Medical Center | 35.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Optim Medical Center - Screven | 41.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Colleton Medical Center | 42.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
318
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| HILDA TOWN OF (SC0610004) | 318 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
83.3%
+6% vs national
Work From Home
9.7%
+4% vs national
Carpool
3.2%
Walk
3.8%
How Hilda's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Hilda, SC covers travel times and transportation modes. 83.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.7% work from home, which is above the SC state average of 7.3%. 3.2% of workers carpool. 3.8% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
81.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
19.6%
of households
No Internet
17.4%
of households
Total Households
224
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
86.2%
of households
Smartphone
77.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
39.3%
of households
Tablet
42.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.2¢
per kWh
-25% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-31% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.8¢
per kWh
-42% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$150
residential
+2% vs Under 10,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in South Carolina averages 14.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $150. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Hilda vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
318
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HILDA TOWN OF (SC0610004) | Community | Ground water | 318 | 0 |
81.7% of households in Hilda have broadband internet access. 19.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 47.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 17.4% of households have no internet access. 30.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 318 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Hilda is located in Barnwell County, SC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Hilda.
Election Overview
Source: Barnwell County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
4,082
41.6%
GOP Votes
5,605
57.2%
Total Votes
9,803
Margin
R+15.5%
Shift from 2020
R+8.1pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4,082 | 5,605 | 9,803 | 41.6% | 57.2% | R+15.5 |
| 2020 | 4,720 | 5,492 | 10,321 | 45.7% | 53.2% | R+7.5 |
| 2016 | 4,395 | 4,888 | 9,479 | 46.4% | 51.6% | R+5.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Barnwell County recorded 9,803 total votes. Republicans won the county with 57.2% of the vote compared to 41.6% for Democrats, a margin of R+15.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+8.1pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Barnwell County has shifted 10.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2
Total Assets
$156K
Total Income
$41K
Per 10K Residents
39.5
nonprofits
-90.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
$156K
Oldest Active
1964
ruling year
Newest Org
2022
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Hilda
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOWN OF HILDA FIRE DEPARTMENT | Public Safety | $156K | $41K | 2022 |
Hilda, SC has 2 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $156K. The most common category is Public Safety & Disaster Preparedness, with 1 organizations. That works out to 39.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1964.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1
Total Approved
$250K
Jobs Supported
4
Per 10K Residents
19.8
SBA loans
-93.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
1
Top Lender
Business Development Corporation of South Carolina
1 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
2005–2005
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1
Total Amount
$250K
Avg Loan
$250,000
Median Loan
$250,000
SBA Guaranteed
$188K(75%)
Jobs Supported
4
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hilda Builders Supply Llc | 1 | $250K |
Hilda, SC has received 1 SBA loans totaling $250K in approved funding between 2005 and 2005. The 7(a) program accounts for 1 loans (100% of the total), supporting 4 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Hilda is Business Development Corporation of South Carolina with 1 loans. That works out to 19.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
5
Total Population
21,206
Avg Median Income
-$133,299,304
Avg Home Value
-$133,264,173
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29042 | 4,761 | $42,350 | $92,300 | $782 | 61.6 |
| 29812 | 10,965 | $44,494 | $105,100 | $656 | 173.5 |
| 29817 | 4,230 | $47,260 | $80,200 | $910 | 114.5 |
| 29826 | 194 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.0 |
| 29843 | 1,056 | $36,042 | $68,200 | $958 | 66.1 |
Hilda, SC has 5 ZIP codes with a combined population of 21,206. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$133,299,304. The average median home value is -$133,264,173. The average median monthly rent is -$133,332,672.
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