Meggett, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,274 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,032 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$594,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$457 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$708 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charleston County
4
Charleston-North Charleston Metro Area
4
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Charleston County
5
Charleston-North Charleston Metro Area
5
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 48
Feb 3 0 51
Mar 4 0 58
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 7 0 80
Sep 5 0 76
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 3 0 59
Dec 3 0 51

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 41, SC State House District 116, SC
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Schools

Baptist Hill High
3 miles, N • 1.9 star
Edith L Frierson Elementary
6 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Minnie Hughes Elementary
7 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Charleston Cosmetology Institute
18 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Roper Hospital
19 miles, E • 5 star
Musc Medical Center
19 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
100 miles, N • 1.4 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
103 miles, E • 2.3 star
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