Newberry 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 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
38,121 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,670 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$158,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$398 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$620 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Newberry Urban Area
4
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

Newberry Urban Area
4
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 42
Feb 4 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 3 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, SC State Senate District 18, SC State House District 40, SC
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Schools

Newberry Academy
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
Newberry High
1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Boundary St Elementary
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Newberry College
1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Presbyterian College
20 miles, NW • 2.8 star
University of South Carolina-Union
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
Piedmont Technical College
30 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Newberry County Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Ghs Laurens County Memorial Hospital
24 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge
29 miles, SE • 5 star
Union Medical Center
29 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
37 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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