Safest Neighborhoods in South Carolina (2026 Rankings)
Looking for the safest places to live in South Carolina? We analyzed crime data for 3 neighborhoods and cities to find the areas with the lowest violent crime rates. The national average is 3.7 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.
Violent Crime Rate: 5.3 per 1K
Home Value: $395,000
Population: 150,227
Walk Score: 93/100
AQI: 56
ColumbiaSC
Violent Crime Rate: 5.3 per 1K
Home Value: $175,000
Population: 136,632
Walk Score: 84/100
AQI: 71
Violent Crime Rate: 5.3 per 1K
Home Value: $255,000
Population: 72,095
Walk Score: 81/100
AQI: 48
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