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Comprehensive Data Report

Aiken, SC

ZIP Code 29801

Aiken County

Population
30,148
Median Income
$52,973
Home Value
$145,900
Livability
67/100
Total Population
30,148
Median Household Income
$52,973
Median Home Value
$145,900
Median Rent
$1,060

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 47/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
30,148 residents
Median Age
39.7 years
Safety Score
47/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
67
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
100/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
47/100
Education
26/100
Employment
62/100
Housing
94/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Aiken, SC 29801

Coordinates: 33.5544°, -81.6959°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
82
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
55
Below avg
Transportation
96
Average
Healthcare
98
Average
Groceries
93
Average
Utilities
96
Average
Overall
82
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
18,993
Employment Rate
88.0%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
17.2%
Retail Trade
12.2%
Professional Services
11.2%
Manufacturing
10.6%
Education
8.5%
Total Employed
16,713
Total Unemployed
2,280
Unemployment Rate
12.0%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
39.7 years
Per Capita Income
$30,121
Poverty Rate
18.9%