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Aiken, SC
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Population: 31,516
Home Price: $199,000
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Overview
Aiken is a small city in the state of South Carolina with a population of 31,516. Aiken has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small City
Living Costs:
High Cost
Employment:
(C) Average
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(C) Average
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
22.5 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Aiken, SC
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Aiken
South Carolina
United States
Per Capita Income
$37,278
$28,823
$32,693
Median Household Income
$58,125
$51,711
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
7.0%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
9.5%
14.4%
10.5%
Age
Aiken
South Carolina
United States
Median Age
46.6
43.0
42.3
Gender
Aiken
South Carolina
United States
Male
46.2%
48.5%
49.8%
Female
53.8%
51.5%
50.2%
Race
Aiken
South Carolina
United States
White
58.9%
60.9%
80.3%
Black or African American
34.8%
32.8%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.1%
0.3%
2.7%
Asian
2.2%
0.9%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
0.8%
1.6%
2.7%
Multiracial
3.2%
3.5%
5.2%
Housing Information
Aiken
South Carolina
United States
Median Home Price
$199,000
$162,789
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$835
$658
$801
Family Households
43.4%
43.4%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
35.0%
35.0%
26.2%
Homeowners
67.4%
69.7%
72.9%
Renters
32.6%
30.3%
27.1%
Education
Aiken
South Carolina
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
6.5%
10.2%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
23.6%
23.6%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
17.8%
19.1%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
8.9%
9.4%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
25.1%
13.1%
15.0%
Proficiency
Aiken
South Carolina
United States
Mathematics
45.4%
44.9%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
46.5%
45.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Aiken
South Carolina
United States
Murder
12.9
13.1
3.0
Rape
74.4
42.6
38.0
Robbery
103.5
97.8
40.7
Assault
384.8
481.1
188.5
Property Crime
Aiken
South Carolina
United States
Burglary
523.9
650.7
336.1
Theft
4006.9
2837.3
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
316.9
252.9
167.1
Arson
19.4
12.2
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Aiken, SC
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
hot dog
recipes
red wine
thanksgiving dinner
culinary
avocados
delicious
ice cream
wine
grocery
pasta
philly cheesesteak
chickfila
salad
chef
beer
mcdonalds
bbq
chicken sandwich
lifestyle personalities
carolina gamecocks
high school football
baseball
country music
college football
football
video games
gamecock
golf
philly sports
player development
golfer
nba
nba nfl
teams
nfl
ncaa
soccer
coaches
racing
inspired by nature
electronic music
nftartist
nft
digital art
poetry
art gallery
tourism department
mixed media
nfts
character design
oil painting
painting
landscapes
multidiscipline
animation
collection
creative
creations
childrens books
spare time
video games
sports cards
usc grad
pc gamer
hot wheels
tv shows
collector
gaming
outdoors
fine cigars
iracing
nascar
reading manga
dd
huntingfishing
camping
merchandise
books
fitness
sports
local news
tv
nba nfl
tv shows
iheart radio
indie
gaming
marketing
voice overs
pop culture
lifestyle
fitness wellness
creative
digital content
recreation
lifestyle personalities
photography
drama
theatre
beach
sports
outdoor living
summer
facility
space
clean air
lawn
landscapes
clingmans dome
camping
picnic
winter
hunting
newly expanded
photography
pool
cabins
nature
facilities
downtown greenville
black friday
black owned
car wash
gas station
drive thru
order online
walmart
convenience store
pickup
pro shop
pharmacy
dollar tree
grocery stores
grocery
cvs
warehouse
mall
amazon
thrift store
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