Olympia, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
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
1,301 332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
11.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
2.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$15,489 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
30.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
31.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$189,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$449 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,140 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
13.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Richland County
7
Columbia Metro Area
6
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Richland County
8
Columbia Metro Area
6
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 44
Feb 4 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 2 0 64
May 2 0 72
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 81
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 2 0 64
Nov 2 0 54
Dec 2 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 24%
Hillary Clinton 69%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 21, SC State House District 72, SC
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Schools

Brookland-Cayce Senior High
1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Cayce Elementary
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
AC Moore Elementary
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Allen University
3 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Prisma Health Baptist
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Prisma Health Richland Hospital
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Lexington Medical Center
5 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
5 miles, W • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
76 miles, E • 1 star
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