Denmark, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
3,141 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$33,100 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$306 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$501 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
31.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bamberg County
4
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

Bamberg County
5
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 46
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 63
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 40, SC State House District 90, SC
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Schools

Denmark-Olar Elementary
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Denmark-Olar Middle
1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Denmark Olar High
1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Richard Carroll Elementary
6 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Voorhees College
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Denmark Technical College
<1 miles, SE • 1 star
Claflin University
21 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Trmc of Orangeburg & Calhoun
24 miles, E • 1.4 star
Hampton Regional Medical Center
32 miles, S • 3.2 star
Colleton Medical Center
38 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
43 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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