York County, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
288,559 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,060 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$322,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$428 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,100 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
2
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

Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
3
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 4 0 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 59
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 3 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 4 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, SC State Senate District 15, SC State House District 47, SC
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Schools

Hunter Street Elementary
2 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Harold C Johnson Elementary
3 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Jefferson Elementary
3 miles, W • 2.3 star
York Middle
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Clinton College
9 miles, SE • 1 star
Winthrop University
9 miles, SE • 1.9 star
York Technical College
11 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Piedmont Medical Center
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Carolinas Medical Center-Pineville
20 miles, E • 3.2 star
Musc Health Chester Medical Center
20 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
71 miles, S • 1.4 star
Asheville Regional Airport
83 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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