Yemassee, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,007 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,923 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$169,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$379 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$506 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Beaufort County
4
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro 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

Beaufort County
3
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro Area
3
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 48
Feb 3 0 51
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 5 0 75
Oct 3 0 66
Nov 3 0 58
Dec 3 0 50

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 64%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, SC State Senate District 45, SC State House District 122, SC
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Schools

Fennell Elementary
1 miles, N • 1 star
Agape Christian Academy
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
Whale Branch Middle
12 miles, S • 1.4 star
Hendersonville Elementary
12 miles, NE • 1 star
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Colleges

Technical College of the Lowcountry
20 miles, S • 1.4 star
University of South Carolina Beaufort
27 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Savannah College of Art and Design
44 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Hampton Regional Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Colleton Medical Center
20 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Beaufort County Memorial Hospital
20 miles, S • 3.2 star
NH Beaufort
22 miles, S
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
88 miles, N • 1.4 star
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