Smoaks, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
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
148 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$148,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$394 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Colleton County
3
South Carolina
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Colleton County
3
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 46
Feb 3 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 63
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 48

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 40, SC State House District 97, SC
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Schools

Bells Elementary
8 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Community Christian Academy
8 miles, SW • 1 star
Branchville High
11 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Lockett Elementary
11 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Voorhees College
24 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Denmark Technical College
24 miles, NW • 1 star
South Carolina State University
28 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Colleton Medical Center
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
Hampton Regional Medical Center
23 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Trmc of Orangeburg & Calhoun
31 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
61 miles, N • 1.4 star
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