Ridgeville, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
1,591 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,134 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$183,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$327 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,006 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dorchester County
3
Charleston-North Charleston 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

Dorchester County
5
Charleston-North Charleston Metro Area
5
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 2 0 49
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 2 0 62
May 2 0 71
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 79
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 4 0 64
Nov 2 0 56
Dec 2 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 41, SC State House District 102, SC
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Schools

Clay Hill Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
MacDougall High
6 miles, NE • 2.3 star
William M Reeves Elementary
6 miles, S • 3.7 star
Charles B DuBose Middle
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Charleston Southern University
16 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Charleston Cosmetology Institute
16 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Trident Medical Center
16 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Colleton Medical Center
24 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
75 miles, N • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
83 miles, NE • 1 star
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