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Cayce, South Carolina

Introduction to Cayce, South Carolina

Cayce, South Carolina, in Lexington county, is 3 miles SW of Columbia, South Carolina (center to center) and 88 miles S of Charlotte, North Carolina. The city is located in the Columbia metropolitan area. Cayce has a population of 12,150.

Cayce History

Europeans first settled in the area in the 1700s. The area was then part of the town of Granby. Several Revolutionary War skirmishes were fought in the region now known as Cayce. The community was named after John Cayce, a local businessman. Cayce was officially incorporated in the year 1914. Located strategically across the Congaree River, the city’s economy and development have received large benefits from this river.

Cayce and nearby Attractions

  • Cayce Historical Museum
  • Green-Meldrim House
  • Taylor Pond
  • Parkland Shopping Center
  • Columbia Speedway
  • Guignard Park

Things To Do In Cayce

Cayce Historical Museum showcases some interesting exhibits about the local history and culture. Among the notable historical sites near Cayce are the Governor's Mansion, Green-Meldrim House, State Capitol, Woodrow Wilson Boyhood Home, and Mann-Simon Cottage. The city also has a number of lakes and creeks which are popular tourist destinations. Visitors can also enjoy shopping at the Parkland Shopping Center, Edenwood Plaza Shopping Center, and Town and Country Shopping Center.

Cayce Transportation

Columbia Metropolitan Airport is close by.

Cayce Higher Education

One can avail of higher educational facilities at the University of South Carolina at Columbia, Midlands Technical College, and Benedict College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Cayce Affordability of Property Taxes
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 16%Cayce Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Cayce, SC

Comparing Cayce 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 Population96
Racial Diversity75
Well-Paid Single Women79
Senior Citizens65
Age of the Population55
Well-Paid Single Men48
Children Under 5 Years Old23
Male Share of the Population25

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size33
Portion of People Married25

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults68
Median Family Income48
People in Middle Class or Better37
People Above Poverty36

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times78
Walking and Biking to Work77
Public Transportation Use57
Working at Home47

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes106
People Living Alone76
Affordability of Rents63
Housing Recently Built54
Seasonal and Vacation Housing43
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals35

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime13
Low Violent Crime14

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