Blackville, 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 2/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
1,778 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$26,100 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$338 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$557 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Barnwell 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

Barnwell County
7
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 4 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, SC State Senate District 40, SC State House District 91, SC
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Schools

Jefferson Davis Academy
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Blackville-Hilda High
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
Blackville-Hilda Middle
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Macedonia Elementary-Middle
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Voorhees College
10 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Denmark Technical College
10 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Trmc of Orangeburg & Calhoun
30 miles, E • 1.4 star
Aiken Regional Medical Center
31 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Hampton Regional Medical Center
36 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
42 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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