Georgetown County, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
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
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
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
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
64,200 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,734 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$262,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$518 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$886 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Murrells Inlet Urban Area
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

Murrells Inlet Urban Area
6
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 55
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 6 0 79
Sep 5 0 74
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, SC State Senate District 32, SC State House District 103, SC
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Schools

Kensington Elementary
1 miles, S • 1.9 star
McDonald Elementary
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Georgetown Middle
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Georgetown High
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Coastal Carolina University
31 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
31 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Williamsburg Technical College
34 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Conway Medical Center
31 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Myrtle Beach International Airport
28 miles, E • 2.3 star
Florence Regional Airport
58 miles, N • 1 star
Wilmington International Airport
99 miles, E • 1.4 star
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