Peak, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 1/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
78 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$135,341 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
96 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$165,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$475 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$583 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Newberry County
4
Newberry Urban 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

Newberry County
4
Newberry Urban Area
4
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 4 0 46
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 5 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Chapin High
5 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Chapin Middle
6 miles, S • 3.7 star
Little Mountain Elementary
6 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Newberry College
17 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Columbia International University
18 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Southeastern Institute-Columbia
19 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge
14 miles, S • 5 star
Newberry County Memorial Hospital
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Lexington Medical Center
20 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
24 miles, S • 1.4 star
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