Seneca, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
8,910 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,207 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$223,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$388 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$626 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oconee County
3
Seneca Urban Area
3
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Oconee County
6
Seneca Urban Area
6
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 41
Feb 5 1 44
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 4 0 58
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 5 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, SC State Senate District 1, SC State House District 2, SC
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Schools

Seneca Middle
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Blue Ridge Elementary
1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Northside Elementary
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Clemson University
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Tri-County Technical College
10 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Southern Wesleyan University
12 miles, E • 1.9 star
Anderson University
22 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, Llc
19 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Cannon Memorial Hospital
20 miles, E • 4.1 star
Anmed Health
22 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
57 miles, NE • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
97 miles, N • 2.3 star
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