Olar, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
188 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,607 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
42.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$80,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$244 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$675 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bamberg County
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

Bamberg County
5
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 46
Feb 4 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 63
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 40, SC State House District 90, SC
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Schools

Barnwell Christian School
8 miles, N • 1 star
Denmark-Olar Middle
9 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Denmark-Olar Elementary
10 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Andrew Jackson Academy
10 miles, E • 5 star
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Colleges

Voorhees College
9 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Denmark Technical College
10 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Hampton Regional Medical Center
23 miles, S • 3.2 star
Trmc of Orangeburg & Calhoun
32 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Colleton Medical Center
35 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
53 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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