ZIP Code 29941, SC
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
246
332.4M (US)
Median Age
71.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
68.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$116,700
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$2,000,001
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,353
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Beaufort County
4
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
Beaufort County
3
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro Area
3
South Carolina
6
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 51% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.
Liberal (51%) (47%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 48 |
| Feb | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 72 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 79 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 82 |
| Aug | 6 | 0 | 81 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| Dec | 3 | 0 | 50 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Whale Branch Early College High
4 miles, SE
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Whale Branch Middle
4 miles, SE
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Whale Branch Elementary
4 miles, SE
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Agape Christian Academy
5 miles, E
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Colleges
Technical College of the Lowcountry
11 miles, S
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University of South Carolina Beaufort
18 miles, SW
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Savannah College of Art and Design
36 miles, SW
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Savannah State University
38 miles, SW
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Hospitals
Beaufort County Memorial Hospital
11 miles, S
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NH Beaufort
13 miles, S
Coastal Carolina Hospital
20 miles, SW
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Hilton Head Regional Medical Center
23 miles, S
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Airports
Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport
36 miles, SW
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Charleston Airforce Base-International Airport
52 miles, E
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Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field
88 miles, NW
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Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
96 miles, SW
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