Sheldon, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
536 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$30,239 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$388,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$475 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,353 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Beaufort County
4
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

Beaufort 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 50
Mar 4 0 58
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 76
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 3 0 58
Dec 3 0 50

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 51% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, SC State Senate District 45, SC State House District 121, SC
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Schools

Agape Christian Academy
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Whale Branch Middle
5 miles, S • 1.4 star
Whale Branch Elementary
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
Whale Branch Early College High
6 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Technical College of the Lowcountry
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
University of South Carolina Beaufort
23 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Savannah College of Art and Design
40 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
NH Beaufort
16 miles, S
Colleton Medical Center
24 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Coastal Carolina Hospital
24 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
95 miles, N • 1.4 star
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