Dorchester County, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
164,322 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,896 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$294,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$509 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,185 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charleston-North Charleston Metro Area
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

Charleston-North Charleston Metro Area
5
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 46
Feb 3 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 63
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 3 0 57
Dec 3 0 49

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 39, SC State House District 95, SC
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Schools

Harleyville-Ridgeville Middle
5 miles, NE • 1 star
Harleyville Elementary
5 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Clay Hill Elementary
5 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Charleston Southern University
20 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Charleston Cosmetology Institute
20 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Colleton Medical Center
19 miles, W • 3.2 star
Trident Medical Center
21 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
72 miles, N • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
86 miles, NE • 1 star
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