Whitmire, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
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
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
1,241 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$32,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$51,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$325 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$533 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Newberry County
4
Newberry Urban 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

Newberry County
4
Newberry Urban Area
4
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 41
Feb 4 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 2 0 61
May 2 0 68
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 2 0 61
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, SC State Senate District 18, SC State House District 40, SC
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Schools

Whitmire Community School (High)
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Sims Middle
12 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Joanna Woodson Elementary
13 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of South Carolina-Union
15 miles, N • 1.4 star
Newberry College
15 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Presbyterian College
15 miles, W • 2.8 star
Piedmont Technical College
35 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Union Medical Center
14 miles, N • 4.1 star
Newberry County Memorial Hospital
15 miles, S • 4.1 star
Musc Health Chester Medical Center
27 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
48 miles, S • 1.4 star
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