Bennettsville, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
6,798 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,889 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$82,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$374 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$492 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marlboro County
7
South Carolina
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Marlboro County
7
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 42
Feb 3 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 65% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (66%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, SC State Senate District 29, SC State House District 54, SC
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Schools

Bennettsville Intermediate
<1 miles, W • 1 star
Marlboro County High
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

St Andrews University
14 miles, E • 1.9 star
Northeastern Technical College
15 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Richmond Community College
19 miles, N • 1.4 star
Florence-Darlington Technical College
28 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLeod Health Cheraw
14 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Scotland Memorial Hospital
15 miles, E • 3.2 star
McLeod Medical Center-Dillon
23 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Florence Regional Airport
31 miles, SW • 1 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
79 miles, S • 2.3 star
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