ZIP Code 29934, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
560 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,074 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$218,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$442 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$832 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jasper County
3
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro Area
4
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jasper County
3
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro Area
3
South Carolina
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 67% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.

Liberal (68%) (29%) 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 47
Feb 3 0 51
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 58
Dec 3 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Thomas Heyward Academy
9 miles, SE · 5star
Step of Faith Christian Academy
9 miles, S · 4.6star
Ridgeland Elementary
10 miles, SE · 1star
Ridgeland-Hardeeville High
10 miles, SE · 2.8star

Colleges

Hospitals

Hampton Regional Medical Center
18 miles, NE · 3.2star
Coastal Carolina Hospital
20 miles, S · 3.2star

Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
93 miles, N · 1.4star