Furman, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
747 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,708 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$83,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$625 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$517 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hampton County
5
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

Hampton County
4
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 47
Feb 3 0 51
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 72
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 57
Dec 3 0 49

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 78% of residents leaning left and 20% leaning right.

Liberal (78%) (20%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 21%
Hillary Clinton 78%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 45, SC State House District 122, SC
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Schools

Patrick Henry Academy
5 miles, NE • 5 star
Estill Elementary
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
Estill Middle
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
Estill High
8 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Technical College of the Lowcountry
34 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Georgia Southern University
39 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Hampton Regional Medical Center
13 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Coastal Carolina Hospital
26 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
87 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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