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Aiken, South Carolina

Introduction to Aiken, South Carolina

Aiken, South Carolina, in Aiken county, is 16 miles E ofAugusta, Georgia (center to center) and 125 miles SW ofCharlotte, North CarolinaThe city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Augusta - Aiken metropolitan area. Aiken contains a population of approximately 25,337.

Aiken History

The history of Aiken dates back to its incorporation on December 19, 1835. The city was named in honor of William Aiken, a wealthy banker in Charleston. The city faced many damages due to the World War but it recovered quickly. In 1870, it began attracting wealthy Northerners. The first train arrived in the city on October 2, 1883.

Aiken and nearby Attractions

  • St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church
  • Aiken Tennis Club
  • Hopeland Gardens
  • Virginia Acres Park
  • Aiken County Historical Museum
  • Palmetto Golf Club

Things To Do In Aiken

Aiken is dotted with beautiful parkways and shaded streets for visitors to explore. Tourists can visit the city's various historical mansions or enjoy the folklore. There are several restaurants and cafes in the city where tourists can enjoy a lip smacking traditional treat.

Aiken Transportation

To get to Aiken by air, you can take a flight from Augusta Regional At Bush Field Airport.

Aiken Higher Education

Higher education in Aiken is provided at the University of South Carolina at Aiken and Aiken Technical College.

High Points

Aiken strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in South Carolina):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 7%Aiken Well-Paid Single Women
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 8%Aiken College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 10%Aiken Median Family Income
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 10%Aiken Affordability of Property Taxes
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 11%Aiken Well-Paid Single Men
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 15%Aiken Walking and Biking to Work
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 17%Aiken People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Aiken, SC

Comparing Aiken to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in South Carolina (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population106
Senior Citizens108
Age of the Population98
Well-Paid Single Women710
Well-Paid Single Men69
Racial Diversity56
Children Under 5 Years Old34
Male Share of the Population15

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married58
Average Household Size33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults810
Median Family Income610
People in Middle Class or Better59
People Above Poverty48

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Short Commute Times77
Working at Home37
Public Transportation Use26

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes101
Seasonal and Vacation Housing97
Affordability of Rents82
Housing Recently Built78
People Living Alone76
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals25

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime58
Low Property Crime35

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Historic Aiken

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Park in the Pines Hotel between 1900 and 1910

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Park in the Pines Hotel between 1900 and 1910

Wilcox's i.e. Willcox's hotel and cafe c1903.

W.C. Whitney's residence c1903.

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