Ridgeland, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,756 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,023 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$209,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$425 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$663 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jasper County
3
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro 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

Jasper County
3
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro Area
3
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 48
Feb 3 0 51
Mar 4 0 58
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 3 0 67
Nov 3 0 58
Dec 3 0 50

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 45, SC State House District 122, SC
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Schools

Ridgeland High
3 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Polaris Tech
4 miles, NW
Ridgeland Elementary
4 miles, NW • 1 star
Ridgeland-Hardeeville High
4 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of South Carolina Beaufort
12 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Technical College of the Lowcountry
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Savannah College of Art and Design
29 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Savannah State University
32 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Coastal Carolina Hospital
13 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Beaufort County Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SE • 3.2 star
NH Beaufort
15 miles, SE
Hilton Head Regional Medical Center
21 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
90 miles, SW • 1 star
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