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North Augusta, SC


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North Augusta, South Carolina

Introduction to North Augusta, South Carolina

North Augusta, South Carolina, in Aiken county, is 2 miles N of Augusta, Georgia (center to center) and 135 miles SW of Charlotte, North Carolina. Part of the surrounding Augusta - Aiken metro area, the city is not an isolated city. North Augusta is home to some 17,574 residents.

North Augusta History

The English founded a trading post known as Savannah Town over 300 years ago in the area now known as North Augusta. This region gained importance due to the sudden increase of the cotton economy. North Augusta was finally founded as a residential and resort town. Much of the credit for this goes to the Hampton Terrace Hotel which was built in 1902.

North Augusta and nearby Attractions

  • Providence Church
  • Grace United Methodist Church
  • Willow Wicks Lake
  • Lions Park
  • Edenfield Park
  • Crystal Lake

Things To Do In North Augusta

If you wish to know more about the history of North Augusta you can visit the Augusta Museum of History and Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History. The town also has many parks where you can hangout with friends. You can enjoy the region's traditional delights by visiting any of the restaurants and cafes.

North Augusta Transportation

People seeking air transportation in North Augusta can take a flight from Augusta Regional at Bush Field.

North Augusta Higher Education

Higher education in the city is provided by Augusta State University and Augusta Technical College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 9%North Augusta Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 12%North Augusta Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 12%North Augusta Well-Paid Single Men
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 13%North Augusta People in Middle Class or Better
Low Violent Crime
(vs. State)		Top 14%North Augusta Low Violent Crime
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%North Augusta Affordability of Property Taxes
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 16%North Augusta College Educated Adults
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)		Top 19%North Augusta Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of North Augusta, SC

Comparing North Augusta 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 Population85
Racial Diversity87
Well-Paid Single Women810
Children Under 5 Years Old77
Well-Paid Single Men69
Senior Citizens54
Age of the Population55
Male Share of the Population36

Families

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

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults79
Median Family Income69
People in Middle Class or Better69
People Above Poverty59

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times67
Walking and Biking to Work56
Public Transportation Use45
Working at Home36

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes93
People Living Alone77
Housing Recently Built77
Seasonal and Vacation Housing64
Affordability of Rents63
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals35

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime69
Low Property Crime46

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