White Knoll, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
7,865 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,531 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$232,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$332 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,098 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lexington County
4
Columbia Metro Area
6
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lexington County
4
Columbia Metro Area
6
South Carolina
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) 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 1 45
Feb 4 0 48
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 2 0 63
May 2 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 2 0 64
Nov 2 0 55
Dec 3 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

White Knoll High
1 miles, NE · 4.6star
Carolina Springs Middle
1 miles, NW · 1.9star
Carolina Springs Elementary
2 miles, NW · 3.2star
Saxe Gotha Elementary
2 miles, NE · 2.3star

Colleges

Midlands Technical College
8 miles, E · 1.4star
Fortis College-Columbia
13 miles, E · 1.4star
Southeastern Institute-Columbia
13 miles, NE · 1star

Hospitals

Lexington Medical Center
11 miles, NE · 2.3star
Prisma Health Baptist
14 miles, E · 4.1star
Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge
14 miles, NE · 5star

Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
8 miles, E · 1.4star
Florence Regional Airport
89 miles, E · 1star