Johnston, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
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
2,518 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$34,957 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
67.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$100,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$407 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$505 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Edgefield County
1
Augusta-Richmond County Metro Area
3
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Edgefield County
1
Augusta-Richmond County Metro Area
5
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 44
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 4 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, SC State Senate District 25, SC State House District 82, SC
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Schools

Johnston Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Francis Hugh Wardlaw Academy
3 miles, W • 4.6 star
Strom Thurmond High
4 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

University of South Carolina Aiken
18 miles, S • 1.9 star
Aiken Technical College
21 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Aiken Regional Medical Center
18 miles, S • 2.3 star
University Hospital
27 miles, SW • 4.1 star
AU Medical Center
27 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
40 miles, E • 1.4 star
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