Olanta, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
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
703 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$109,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$530 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$594 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Florence County
6
Florence Metro Area
7
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Florence County
7
Florence Metro Area
7
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 3 0 47
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 2 0 63
May 2 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 2 0 64
Nov 2 0 55
Dec 2 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 1%

Schools

Olanta Elementary
<1 miles, N 1.4 star
East Clarendon Middle-High
6 miles, W 3.2 star
The Carolina Academy
9 miles, SE 2.3 star
Turbeville High
9 miles, W 1 star

Colleges

Williamsburg Technical College
20 miles, S 1.4 star
Florence-Darlington Technical College
22 miles, NE 1.4 star
Francis Marion University
24 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Lake City Community Hospital
11 miles, SE 3.2 star
Musc Health Florence Medical Center
18 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Florence Regional Airport
21 miles, NE 1 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
60 miles, SE 2.3 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
68 miles, NW 1.4 star