State Senate District 31, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
104,611 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,374 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$177,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$785 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.1% 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 44
Feb 3 0 47
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 6 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 3 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 2%

Schools

JC Lynch Elementary
3 miles, W 1.9 star
Scranton Elementary
6 miles, SW 1.9 star
Dewey-Carter Elementary
8 miles, N 1.9 star

Colleges

Francis Marion University
14 miles, NE 1.9 star
Williamsburg Technical College
24 miles, SW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Lake City Community Hospital
9 miles, SW 3.2 star
Musc Health Florence Medical Center
12 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Florence Regional Airport
13 miles, N 1 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
49 miles, SE 2.3 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
82 miles, W 1.4 star