Pelion, 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 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
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
1,147 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
88.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$148,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$398 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$568 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lexington County
4
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

Lexington County
4
Columbia Metro Area
6
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 44
Feb 4 0 48
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 4 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, SC State Senate District 23, SC State House District 96, SC
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Schools

Forts Pond Elementary
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Pelion Middle
2 miles, S • 1 star
Pelion High
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
Pelion Elementary
2 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Midlands Technical College
14 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Fortis College-Columbia
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia
19 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Lexington Medical Center
17 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Prisma Health Baptist
20 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Prisma Health Richland Hospital
21 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
13 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
92 miles, E • 1 star
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