York, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
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
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
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
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
8,697 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,315 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$161,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$353 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$654 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

York County
4
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
2
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

York County
5
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
3
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 4 1 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 2 0 59
May 2 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 2 0 50
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Harold C Johnson Elementary
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Hunter Street Elementary
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
York Comprehensive High
1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Winthrop University
12 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Clinton College
12 miles, SE • 1 star
York Technical College
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Piedmont Medical Center
11 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Atrium Health Kings Mountain
18 miles, N • 5 star
Caromont Regional Medical Center
20 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Carolinas Medical Center-Pineville
22 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
74 miles, S • 1.4 star
Asheville Regional Airport
80 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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