Dalzell, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,949 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,723 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$155,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$861 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sumter County
7
Sumter Metro Area
7
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sumter County
7
Sumter Metro Area
7
South Carolina
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (41%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 4 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Ebenezer Middle
2 miles, SE · 1.9star
Hillcrest Middle
2 miles, NW · 1.9star
Thomas Sumter Academy
2 miles, NW · 5star
High Hills Elementary
3 miles, W · 1.9star

Colleges

Sumter Beauty College
7 miles, S · 1star
Morris College
8 miles, S · 1.4star

Hospitals

Prisma Heath Tuomey Hospital
8 miles, S · 2.3star
Kershawhealth
18 miles, N · 4.1star
McLeod Health Clarendon
26 miles, S · 4.1star

Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
40 miles, W · 1.4star
Florence Regional Airport
42 miles, E · 1star