Dale, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
622 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,926 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
62.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$103,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$414 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,353 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Beaufort County
4
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro Area
4
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Beaufort County
3
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro Area
3
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 49
Feb 3 0 52
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 76
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 3 0 59
Dec 3 0 51

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Hurricane Winds Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, SC State Senate District 45, SC State House District 121, SC
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Schools

Agape Christian Academy
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Whale Branch Elementary
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
Whale Branch Middle
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
Whale Branch Early College High
4 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

University of South Carolina Beaufort
24 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Savannah College of Art and Design
40 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Savannah State University
42 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
NH Beaufort
12 miles, S
Hilton Head Regional Medical Center
23 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Colleton Medical Center
25 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
99 miles, N • 1.4 star
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