Ware Shoals, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
2,207 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,896 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
62.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$63,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$544 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Greenwood County
7
Greenwood Urban Area
6
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Greenwood County
7
Greenwood Urban Area
6
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 42
Feb 4 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 2 0 60
May 2 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 2 0 62
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, SC State Senate District 10, SC State House District 13, SC
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Schools

Ware Shoals High
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Ware Shoals Elementary Middle
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Ware Shoals Primary
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Cherokee Trail Elementary
7 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Erskine College
9 miles, W • 1.9 star
Charzanne Beauty College
14 miles, S • 1 star
Lander University
14 miles, S • 1.9 star
Piedmont Technical College
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Self Regional Healthcare
16 miles, S • 3.2 star
Abbeville Area Medical Center
18 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
71 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Asheville Regional Airport
74 miles, N • 1.4 star
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