State Senate District 17, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
114,697 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,973 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$378 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$787 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 41
Feb 4 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 60
May 3 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 3%

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Congressional District 5, SC State House District 43, SC
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Schools

Chester Senior High
9 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Clinton College
23 miles, NE • 1 star
York Technical College
25 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Winthrop University
25 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Musc Health Chester Medical Center
8 miles, N • 2.3 star
Piedmont Medical Center
26 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
44 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
83 miles, SE • 1 star
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