ZIP Code 29838, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
748 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,100 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
60 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$353,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$661 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Edgefield County
1
Augusta-Richmond County Metro Area
3
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Edgefield County
1
Augusta-Richmond County Metro Area
5
South Carolina
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) 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 43
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 4 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

McCormick Middle
11 miles, N · 1star
McCormick Elementary
11 miles, N · 1.4star
McCormick High
11 miles, N · 4.1star
Greenbrier Middle School
11 miles, SW · 4.1star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Augusta
17 miles, S · 1star
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Hospitals

Doctors Hospital
19 miles, S · 2.3star
AU Medical Center
21 miles, S · 1.4star
University Hospital
21 miles, S · 4.1star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
61 miles, E · 1.4star
Asheville Regional Airport
119 miles, N · 1.4star
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