Scranton, 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 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
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
820 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$26,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$83,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$568 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Florence County
6
Florence Metro Area
7
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Florence County
7
Florence Metro Area
7
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 3 0 48
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 3 0 63
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, SC State Senate District 31, SC State House District 60, SC
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Schools

Scranton Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Lake City High
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Main Street Elementary
3 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Williamsburg Technical College
18 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Francis Marion University
20 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lake City Community Hospital
3 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Musc Health Florence Medical Center
17 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Florence Regional Airport
19 miles, NE • 1 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
50 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
79 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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