Fountain Inn, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
11,307 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,021 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$255,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$466 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$805 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Greenville County
5
Greenville-Anderson-Greer Metro Area
5
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Greenville County
6
Greenville-Anderson-Greer Metro Area
6
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 4 1 44
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 3 0 59
May 3 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, SC State Senate District 8, SC State House District 16, SC
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Schools

Fountain Inn Elementary
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Bryson Elementary
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
Hillcrest High
3 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Bryson Middle
3 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Greenville Technical College
13 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Strayer University-South Carolina
14 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Pelham Medical Center
12 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
55 miles, N • 1.4 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
81 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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