ZIP Code 29378, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
126 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
24.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$26,979 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
69.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$372 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$531 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Saxon
5
Spartanburg County
4
Spartanburg Metro Area
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Saxon
6
Spartanburg County
5
Spartanburg Metro Area
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (49%) 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 40
Feb 4 0 44
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 4 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Arcadia Elementary
1 miles, W · 1.4star
Jesse S Bobo Elementary
2 miles, SW · 1.4star
Lone Oak Elementary
2 miles, N · 1.4star

Colleges

Spartanburg Methodist College
<1 miles, SW · 1.9star
Spartanburg Community College
1 miles, NW · 1.4star
Wofford College
2 miles, SE · 3.2star

Hospitals

Spartanburg Medical Center
2 miles, E · 2.3star
Pelham Medical Center
16 miles, W · 4.1star

Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
46 miles, N · 1.4star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
86 miles, S · 1.4star