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Buford, SC

South Carolina · Lancaster County · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro

Buford is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 283. Residents earn $77,639 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 124/sq mi density
$77,639 Median Income $39,377 per capita
$188,800 Home Value $281,639 Zillow
61°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
403 Violent Crime/100K 3,077 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$77,639 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,800 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
403 violent crimes/100K (6% above avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,639
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $188,800
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 403/100K
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Buford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population283
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density124/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,639
Per Capita$39,377
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,253M

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,800
Ownership92.3%
Zillow$281,639
Housing Units192
Rent Burden15.6%

Crime

F
Violent403/100K
Property3,077/100K

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking16.1%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+84.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.04

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Broadband88.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Buford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buford receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Buford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buford is $77,639, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buford is $188,800, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 403 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,077 per 100,000, 57% above the national average.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Buford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Buford has a population of 283 with a density of 124 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.9% female and 55.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 1.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

283
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Buford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Buford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buford is $77,639, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,377. The average weekly wage is $1,241, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,236 business establishments, including 162 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 23.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Buford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,639
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,377
Avg Weekly Wage$1,241
IRS Avg AGI$84,245
Gini Index0.459 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,236
County GDP$5,253M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare186
Retail272
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,400
3% below US avg
Cost of Living93.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Buford is $188,800, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,639, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.2% of their list price. Fair market rent ranges from $982 for a one-bedroom to $1,155 for a two-bedroom apartment. 92.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 192 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $3,400. 15.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,800
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,639

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden15.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.3%
Owner-Occupied92.3%
Renter-Occupied7.7%
Housing Units192
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,400
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Buford, 35.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 31.4% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 18.3% report binge drinking. 26.5% are physically inactive. 26.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 11.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,447. The dentist ratio is 1:2,490. 72.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Buford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,447
Dentists1:2,490
Mental Health1:1,503
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits60.9%
Premature Death11,214/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access72.7%
Healthcare Facilities186
Buford has a violent crime rate of 403 per 100,000 residents, 6% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,077 per 100,000, 57% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Buford receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Buford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent402.9/100K
6% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,076.9/100K
57% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Buford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates34.7480°N, 80.6285°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLancaster County County
Nearest AirportCharlotte/Douglas International (CLT)
37 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.84"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.03"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score79.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability42.1 / 100
Community Resilience52.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Apr 13, 1998 9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina M3.9 31 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.6 65 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.5 65 km
Jun 26, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.4 65 km
May 9, 2022 5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina M3.3 66 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 91 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 144 km
Jan 29, 1994 12 km NNE of Alcolu, South Carolina M2.9 109 km
Mar 21, 2011 9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina M2.9 73 km
Feb 18, 2005 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina M2.9 83 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.9 145 km
May 10, 2022 5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M2.8 65 km
Mar 9, 2024 5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M2.7 66 km
Jan 5, 2022 5 km SW of Lugoff, South Carolina M2.6 63 km
May 31, 2021 4 km SW of Summit, South Carolina M2.6 121 km
Apr 26, 2025 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M2.6 66 km
May 10, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M2.6 65 km
Aug 23, 2025 4 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.5 145 km
Jan 3, 2022 5 km S of Lugoff, South Carolina M2.5 64 km
Oct 13, 2024 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 208 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 217 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 276 km
2018 Florence Category 1 221 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 204 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 293 km
2004 Charley Category 1 206 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 216 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 264 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 271 km
1996 Fran Category 3 183 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 264 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 43 km
1985 Bob Category 1 284 km
1984 Diana Category 4 229 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

405 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 30 fatalities, 884 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 5, 1989 EF4 27 km 1
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 81 km 7
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 76 km 5
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 95 km 4
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 24 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 67 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF4 14 km 4
Sep 7, 2004 EF3 53 km 0
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 83 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 60 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 26 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 87 km 0
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 58 km 0
Mar 31, 2022 EF2 53 km 0
May 5, 2020 EF2 40 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 61 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 86 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 84 km 0
Jan 11, 2020 EF2 37 km 0
Mar 3, 2012 EF2 57 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BURNING UNIT (5,567 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 BURNING UNIT 5,567 74 km
2009 UNNAMED 5,322 82 km
1991 UNNAMED 3,968 81 km
1991 UNNAMED 3,094 42 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,743 80 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,690 75 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,458 78 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,395 99 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,362 94 km
2008 05/05 RX BURN 2,351 38 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,274 78 km
2007 06-09 RX BURN 2,054 39 km
2022 SCCRR-FY22-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE 2,039 39 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,024 98 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,989 64 km
2016 UNNAMED 1,964 74 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,918 76 km
2013 UNNAMED 1,897 92 km
1998 981406 1,892 45 km
1994 CM 15 16 17 1,871 47 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
March 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in
April 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 4.6 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
December 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in

Buford has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (3.0").

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Buford is located in Lancaster County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 18.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.8% of the vote, a 24.8-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 186 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 24.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+84.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.04
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density124/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi
CountyLancaster County County

Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Avg Download Speed73.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed19.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities186
Restaurants162
Retail Stores272

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.9%
Average costs for common services in Buford. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $234 ($141–$375)
Specialist Visit $328 ($187–$515)
Urgent Care Visit $187 ($94–$328)
Emergency Room Visit $2,061 ($750–$4,685)
Dental Cleaning $122 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling $234 ($141–$375)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement $281 ($141–$469)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $562 ($375–$937)
Battery Replacement $187 ($94–$328)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair $375 ($141–$750)
HVAC System Install $6,559 ($3,748–$11,244)
Roof Repair $937 ($375–$1,874)
Roof Replacement $8,433 ($5,154–$14,055)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,406 ($469–$3,280)
Divorce (Contested) $14,055 ($4,685–$28,110)
DUI Defense $4,685 ($1,874–$9,370)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,406 ($750–$2,811)
Will Preparation $469 ($187–$937)
Trust Preparation $2,343 ($937–$4,685)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($70–$234)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$122)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.84 ($2.81–$5.15)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.28 ($2.34–$4.69)
Loaf of Bread $3.56 ($2.34–$5.15)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.22 ($2.81–$6.09)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.15 ($3.75–$7.03)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $131 ($75–$234)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($37–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $187 ($70–$469)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,874 ($1,124–$3,280)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.50–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$234)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,124 ($562–$2,343)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $937 ($469–$1,874)
After-School Care (Monthly) $375 ($187–$656)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($23–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $937 ($375–$2,343)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,713 ($4,685–$28,110)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $281 ($141–$469)
Cat Spay/Neuter $187 ($94–$375)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$962
Toddler$902
Preschool$704
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$668
Toddler$668
Preschool$620
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lancaster County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 3,625 296 $32,489 1.29
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,168 220 $68,263 0.79
Manufacturing 2,784 114 $64,316 1.21
Professional & Technical Services 2,259 370 $108,252 1.16
Accommodation & Food Services 2,235 139 $21,511 0.87
Administrative & Waste Services 1,609 117 $42,017 0.97
Management of Companies 1,569 24 $117,089 3.31
Construction 993 172 $71,314 0.67
Finance & Insurance 970 139 $94,970 0.85
Wholesale Trade 890 102 $97,363 0.80
Other Services 681 160 $40,629 0.80
Information & Technology 447 89 $109,473 0.85
Real Estate 392 84 $82,987 0.90
Transportation & Warehousing 351 60 $54,569 0.29
Educational Services 179 22 $38,874 0.31
Arts & Entertainment 155 27 $21,330 0.33
Utilities 60 10 $123,963 0.56

Radio Stations near Buford

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Boon-Biu Saelim christian, english AAC 64 kbps
Buzzin Radio MP3
BBN christian-gospel AAC 56 kbps
UP! 98.7 christian contemporary AAC
89.9 WDAV MP3 128 kbps
99.7 The Fox - Charlotte's Classic Rock WRFX classic rock AAC 24 kbps

National Parks Near Buford

20 national parks and monuments found near Buford.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Jackson State Park State Park Free
Cheraw State Park State Park Free
Chester State Park State Park Free
Congaree National Park National Park Free
Crowders Mountain State Park State Park Free
Dreher Island State Park State Park Free
Goodale State Park State Park Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park National Military Park Free
Kings Mountain State Park State Park Free
Lake Norman State Park State Park Free
Lake Wateree State Park State Park Free
Landsford Canal State Park State Park Free
Lee State Park State Park Free
Long Bluff State Park State Park Free
Morrow Mountain State Park State Park Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Poinsett State Park State Park Free
Sesquicentennial State Park State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Woods Bay State Park State Park Free

Museums in Buford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LANCASTER COUNTY SOCIETY FOR HISTORICAL PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION106 EAST MEETING ST8032859455$186,025
LEAD WITH CHARACTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION$51,814
HUBBARD HALL GALLERYART MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF THE ALPHABETGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF WAXHAWSGENERAL MUSEUM7048431832
UNION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7042896737

Libraries in Buford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
UNION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY316 E WINDSOR ST0.0548,566
LANCASTER COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM313 S. WHITE ST.0.0403,289

Farmers Markets in Buford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downtown Farmers Market101 North Main Street05/17/2018 to 10/18/2018Thu: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Jefferson Farmers MarketHighway 151
Pageland Farmers Market3062 Highway. 601, north of city
Union County Farmers Market805 Skyway Drive01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Tue: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes
Waxhaw Farmers MarketChurch and Price streets04/11/2015 to 12/19/2015Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Cell Towers in Buford

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
219 CLEARWATER DRTOWER128
500 FT NTOWER98
3100 KENNINGTON RDTOWER98
(Hwy 200 site) 2444 MONROE HIGHWAYTOWER77
Pageland Cell Site - ROUTE 4, Box 245 - (Pageland - SC RSA #4)TOWER65
3929 PAGELAND HEY.TOWER61

Bridges in Buford

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1934347,700F
Tee BeamConcrete1929327,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19401687,500F
SlabPrestressed concrete2008601,450G
Tee BeamConcrete192542800F
Tee BeamConcrete192532800F
SlabPrestressed concrete2005100375G
SlabConcrete196860275F
SlabConcrete195760200P

Superfund Sites Near Buford

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
AKZO NOBEL COATINGS INC1872 HWY 9 BYPASS WLANCASTER

Airports Near Buford

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlotte Douglas International AirportCLTLarge Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional AirportUSAMedium Airport
Aero Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Anson County Airport - Jeff Cloud FieldSmall Airport
Arant AirportSmall Airport
Bermuda High GliderportSmall Airport
Blackhawk FieldSmall Airport
Bradford Field AirportSmall Airport
Branhams AirportSmall Airport
Brown FieldSmall Airport
Buffalo Creek AirportSmall Airport
Chalfant AirportSmall Airport
Charlotte-Monroe Executive AirportSmall Airport
Cheraw Municipal Airport/Lynch Bellinger FieldHCWSmall Airport
Chester Catawba Regional AirportSmall Airport
Curry AirportSmall Airport
Darlington County AirportSmall Airport
Duncan AirportSmall Airport
Edwards AirportSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirparkSmall Airport
Fairfield County AirportSmall Airport
Falls LandingSmall Airport
Fivepoints FieldSmall Airport
Flying O AirportSmall Airport
Flying W AirportSmall Airport
Gastonia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Goose Creek AirportSmall Airport
Graham AirportSmall Airport
Hartsville Regional AirportHVSSmall Airport
Hawk's Knoll AirportSmall Airport
Hawks Meadow AirportSmall Airport
Huggins Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Indian Creek AirportSmall Airport
Ja FieldSmall Airport
Jaars Townsend AirportSmall Airport
Jeffords AirportSmall Airport
Jordan FieldSmall Airport
Kirk Air BaseSmall Airport
Lamar AirportSmall Airport
Lancaster County-Mc Whirter FieldSmall Airport
Lee County Butters FieldSmall Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Lz Carroll STOLportSmall Airport
Mc Cachren FieldSmall Airport
Mc Donald FieldSmall Airport
Mc Gee FieldSmall Airport
Mc Kay AirportSmall Airport
Over the Hill AirportSmall Airport
Pageland AirportSmall Airport
Propst AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Buford

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
City of Monroe Police Department
Pageland Police Department316 West Mcgregor Street
Wingate Police Department4114 East Highway 74

Grocery Stores in Buford

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 11912Other4472 Pageland Hwy
Family Dollar 13203Other4396 Pageland Hwy
Korner Kupboard Citgo 1Convenience Store3068 Flat Creek Rd
Lloyds Mini MartConvenience Store3849 Pageland Hwy

Treatment Centers in Buford

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Counseling Services of LancasterSubstance Abuse803-285-6911
Daymark Recovery Services - Facility Based Crisis/Union CountySubstance Abuse704-635-2080
Lancaster Treatment SpecialistsSubstance Abuse803-745-7001
Medasic MonroeSubstance Abuse704-233-3394

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Historic Markers
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Buford

What is the population of Buford?

Buford has a population of 283 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 124 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.9% female and 55.1% male.

Is Buford expensive to live in?

Buford is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $77,639, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $188,800 (33% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Buford safe?

The violent crime rate in Buford is 403 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,077 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Buford receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Buford?

Buford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Buford?

The job market in Buford is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,241. There are 2,236 business establishments in the area, including 162 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Buford?

The median home value in Buford is $188,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,639. The homeownership rate is 92.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,400.

How are the schools in Buford?

Schools in Buford score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.9% of adults in Buford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Buford?

The obesity rate in Buford is 35.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 26.5% are physically inactive. 26.4% of residents report depression. 11.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 72.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,447.

What are the demographics of Buford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Buford is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 1.8% of the population are military veterans. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

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