Congressional District 3, SC
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
740,360
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
25.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,987
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$201,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$390
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$687
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
South Carolina
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 0 | 41 |
| Feb | 4 | 0 | 44 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 59 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 68 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 61 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Dec | 4 | 0 | 43 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 68%Schools
Ware Shoals Elementary Middle
3 miles, NE
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1.9
Ware Shoals High
4 miles, E
•
3.7
Cherokee Trail Elementary
4 miles, NW
•
3.7
Hodges Elementary
5 miles, S
•
2.3
Colleges
Erskine College
6 miles, W
•
1.9
Lander University
13 miles, S
•
1.9
Charzanne Beauty College
13 miles, S
•
1
Piedmont Technical College
14 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Self Regional Healthcare
14 miles, S
•
3.2
Abbeville Area Medical Center
15 miles, SW
•
3.2
Patrick B Harris Psychiatric Hospital
18 miles, NW
Ghs Laurens County Memorial Hospital
22 miles, E
•
4.1
Airports
Greenville Spartanburg International Airport
38 miles, NE
•
1.9
Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field
71 miles, S
•
1.4
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
73 miles, SE
•
1.4
Asheville Regional Airport
76 miles, N
•
1.4