Ridgeway, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
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
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
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
240 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,143 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$519 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fairfield County
5
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

Fairfield County
5
Columbia Metro Area
6
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 42
Feb 4 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
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 53
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, SC State Senate District 17, SC State House District 41, SC
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Schools

Geiger Elementary
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
The Barday School
3 miles, W • 1 star
Bethel-Hanberry Elementary
6 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Blythewood High
7 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

South University-Columbia
14 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Centura College-Columbia
16 miles, S • 1 star
Columbia International University
17 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Columbia College
18 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Providence Health
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge
19 miles, SW • 5 star
Prisma Health Richland Hospital
20 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
27 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
71 miles, SE • 1 star
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