ZIP Code 29826, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
194 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
2.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,477 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
49 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$89,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$278 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$532 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Barnwell County
7
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

Barnwell County
7
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (50%) (48%) 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 46
Feb 4 0 49
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 3 0 63
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 3 0 55
Dec 3 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Kelly Edwards Elementary
3 miles, NW · 1.4star
Williston-Elko High
3 miles, NW · 3.7star
Williston-Elko Middle
3 miles, NW · 1.4star

Colleges

Voorhees College
14 miles, SE · 1.4star
Denmark Technical College
14 miles, SE · 1star

Hospitals

Aiken Regional Medical Center
27 miles, NW · 2.3star
Trmc of Orangeburg & Calhoun
32 miles, E · 1.4star
University Hospital
36 miles, NW · 4.1star

Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
41 miles, NE · 1.4star