Sign In Register

Capitol View, SC

South Carolina · Calhoun County · Columbia Metro

Capitol View is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 4,161. Residents earn $47,054 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,161 Population 2,601/sq mi density
$47,054 Median Income $29,636 per capita
$152,700 Home Value $226,769 Zillow
$1,146 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
749 Violent Crime/100K 5,361 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$47,054 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$152,700 home value, $1,146/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
749 violent crimes/100K (97% above avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Capitol View, SC

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $47,054
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,700
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 749/100K
97% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,146
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,161
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density2,601/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Veterans13.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,054
Per Capita$29,636
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$911M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,700
Rent$1,146
Ownership41.6%
Zillow$226,769
Housing Units1,917
Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

F
Violent749/100K
Property5,361/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured13.8%
Smoking14.6%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation261 ft (80 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score4.53

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Broadband91.3%
EV Stations68
Libraries2

Is Capitol View a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Capitol View receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Capitol View offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Capitol View is $47,054, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Capitol View is $152,700, 46% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,146 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 749 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,361 per 100,000, 174% above the national average.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Capitol View enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Capitol View has a population of 4,161 with a density of 2,601 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly Black (53.9%), with 37.4% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.3% of residents, while 7.7% speak Spanish. 13.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,161
Total Population
2,601
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Capitol View vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish 7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Capitol View vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Capitol View is $47,054, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,636 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,170, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 287 business establishments, including 11 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Capitol View vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,054
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,636
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$63,323
Gini Index0.473 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)287
County GDP$911M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare21
Retail33
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,059
13% below US avg
Cost of Living93.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Capitol View is $152,700, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,769, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,146 (1% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $982 for a one-bedroom to $1,155 for a two-bedroom apartment. 41.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,917 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $3,059. 31.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,700
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,769

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,146
1% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership41.6%
Owner-Occupied41.6%
Renter-Occupied58.4%
Housing Units1,917
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,059
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.00%
In Capitol View, 39.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 39.8% have high blood pressure. 14.6% are current smokers. 15.2% report binge drinking. 26.1% are physically inactive. 23.0% report depression. 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 13.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,722. The dentist ratio is 1:2,836. 20.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Capitol View vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep45.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured13.8%
60% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,722
Dentists1:2,836
Mental Health1:4,729
Checkup Rate81.1%
Dental Visits56.6%
Premature Death14,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access20.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Capitol View has a violent crime rate of 749 per 100,000 residents, 97% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,361 per 100,000, 174% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Capitol View receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent748.6/100K
97% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property5,361.5/100K
174% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Capitol View enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 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 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 261 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation261 ft (80 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density2,601/sq mi
Coordinates33.9659°N, 80.9255°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCalhoun County County
Nearest AirportAiken Regional (AIK)
49 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.04"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score22.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability70.9 / 100
Community Resilience26.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Feb 15, 2014 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M4.1 109 km
Aug 21, 1992 1 km SSE of Centerville, South Carolina M4.1 130 km
Apr 13, 1998 9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina M3.9 64 km
Apr 17, 1995 0 km NNW of Centerville, South Carolina M3.9 129 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.6 29 km
Nov 13, 1990 4 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina M3.5 135 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.5 29 km
Jan 3, 1992 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina M3.4 138 km
Jun 26, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.4 29 km
May 9, 2022 5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina M3.3 28 km
Aug 29, 2009 2 km NE of Summerville, South Carolina M3.2 126 km
Jun 20, 2017 6 km SW of Augusta, Georgia M3.2 117 km
Aug 8, 1993 12 km ENE of Aiken, South Carolina M3.2 74 km
May 5, 2003 4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina M3.1 122 km
Jul 20, 2004 7 km WSW of Centerville, South Carolina M3.1 127 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 113 km
Mar 29, 1999 3 km NNW of Sangaree, South Carolina M3.0 124 km
Feb 16, 2014 13 km WNW of Edgefield, South Carolina M3.0 106 km
Mar 19, 2014 0 km WNW of Centerville, South Carolina M3.0 128 km
Jul 26, 2002 4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina M3.0 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 176 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 213 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 235 km
2018 Florence Category 1 233 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 170 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 271 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 296 km
2004 Charley Category 1 178 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 163 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 266 km
1999 Irene Category 1 266 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 296 km
1996 Fran Category 3 246 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 264 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 78 km
1985 Bob Category 1 200 km
1984 Diana Category 4 242 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

503 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 28 fatalities, 458 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 68 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 58 km 5
Apr 8, 1957 EF4 80 km 4
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 80 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 84 km 2
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 96 km 0
Mar 15, 2008 EF3 82 km 0
Mar 15, 2008 EF3 81 km 0
Apr 15, 2007 EF3 44 km 1
Dec 10, 2004 EF3 45 km 0
Sep 7, 2004 EF3 46 km 0
Nov 2, 1995 EF3 23 km 0
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 92 km 0
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 28 km 0
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 30 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 60 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 78 km 1
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 89 km 0
Jan 9, 2024 EF2 78 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1886 CHARLESTON, SC Earthquake 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (8,427 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 UNNAMED 8,427 95 km
2010 BURNING UNIT 5,567 93 km
2009 UNNAMED 5,322 12 km
2010 UNNAMED 3,759 98 km
2001 UNNAMED 3,481 47 km
2010 C-94-95 133 RX 3,192 90 km
1991 UNNAMED 3,094 83 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,968 93 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,909 87 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,690 79 km
1992 UNNAMED 2,650 87 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,458 78 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,362 97 km
2008 05/05 RX BURN 2,351 96 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,330 93 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,274 78 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,262 91 km
2020 C-56 RX BURN 2,183 93 km
2010 C-142 RX 2,149 87 km
2007 06-09 RX BURN 2,054 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
March 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Driest
May 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
June 77°F (25°C) 4.7 in
July 83°F (28°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in
September 74°F (23°C) 3.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
December 47°F (9°C) 3.3 in

Capitol View has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 47°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (2.8").

View full weather details →
Capitol View is located in Calhoun County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 28.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.5% of the vote, a 14.3-point margin. 91.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 68 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 21 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score4.53
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,601/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi
CountyCalhoun County County

Services

Broadband Access91.3%
Avg Download Speed58.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations68
Alt Fuel Stations74
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants11
Retail Stores33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%
Average costs for common services in Capitol View. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 20 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$508
Toddler$508
Preschool$551
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$580
Toddler$580
Preschool$594
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Calhoun County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,525 27 $79,779 4.07
Construction 457 35 $62,831 1.91
Retail Trade 248 29 $23,030 0.54
Agriculture & Forestry 223 26 $50,129 6.05
Administrative & Waste Services 203 16 $59,340 0.76
Utilities 100 5 $88,385 5.77
Other Services 67 15 $47,882 0.49
Professional & Technical Services 63 22 $85,567 0.20
Information & Technology 28 5 $76,332 0.33

Radio Stations near Capitol View

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Fox Sports Radio 1400 sports AAC
WKCR MP3 160 kbps
WVOC news, talk AAC
104.7 WNOK pop, top 40 AAC
WQXL The Point MP3 128 kbps
97.5 WCOS country AAC
WDEK Columbia's Praise MP3 128 kbps
Our Generation Radio MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Capitol View

4 campgrounds found near Capitol View.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Congaree Picnic Shelter 5.0/5 2 $25
Bluff Hike In Camping 4.8/5 6 $10
Longleaf Campground 4.5/5 16 $15–$25
Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground (SC) 10 Free

National Parks Near Capitol View

19 national parks and monuments found near Capitol View.

ParkTypeFee
Aiken State Park State Park Free
Andrew Jackson State Park State Park Free
Barnwell State Park State Park Free
Cheraw State Park State Park Free
Chester State Park State Park Free
Colleton State Park State Park Free
Congaree National Park National Park Free
Croft State Park State Park Free
Dreher Island State Park State Park Free
Givhans Ferry State Park State Park Free
Goodale State Park State Park Free
Kitfield Park State Park Free
Lake Wateree State Park State Park Free
Landsford Canal State Park State Park Free
Lee State Park State Park Free
Poinsett State Park State Park Free
Santee State Park State Park Free
Sesquicentennial State Park State Park Free
Woods Bay State Park State Park Free

Museums in Capitol View

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GOODALL GALLERYART MUSEUM8037863899$31,753,405
COLUMBIA ART ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM1515 MAIN STREET8037992810$4,907,039
COLUMBIA MUSEUMART MUSEUM8132416971$4,907,039
HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8032527742$2,240,194
COLUMBIA MILLS BUILDINGHISTORIC PRESERVATION301 GERVAIS STREET8038984921$684,840
GOVERNORS MANSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8037373000$21,925
371ST HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BELSER ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
BLANEY-ELGIN MUSEUEM & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BLYTHEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION100 MCNULTY RD8033338133
CAYCE SANITATION-GARBAGEGENERAL MUSEUM8037969020
COLUMBIA MARINE AQUARIUM CLUBZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
CONGAREE NATIONAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION8036473974
DIGITAL DOME PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM301 GERVAIS ST
EDVENTURE CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8037793100
FORT JACKSON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8037517419
HISTORICAL SOCIETY-LEXINGTON COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MCKISSICK MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8037777251
PALMETTO CABINETHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2600-A BARHAMVILLE ROAD
RENAISSANCE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM8037335634
RICHLAND COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIVERBANKS ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
RIVERBANKS ZOO & GARDENZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION500 WILDLIFE PARKWAY8037798717
RIVERBANKS ZOOLOGICAL PARK AND BOTANICAL GARDENZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION500 WILDLIFE PKWY8037798717
ROBERT MILLS HOUSE AND PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION8032527742
SANDY RUN MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
SC CONFEDERATE RELIC ROOM AND MILITARY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8037378095
SOUTH CAROLINA EMS MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION1736 OLD STATE RD
SOUTH CAROLINA INSTITUTE OF ARCHAEOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
SOUTH CAROLINA LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS' ASSOCIATIONZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
SOUTH CAROLINA STATE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM301 GERVAIS ST8038984921
TAPP'S ART CENTERART MUSEUM8036093479
U.S. ARMY ADJUTANT GENERAL CORPS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM10100 LEE ROAD8037511747
U.S. ARMY BASIC COMBAT TRAINING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2464 ANDERSON STREET8037517419
U.S. ARMY CHAPLAIN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8037518827
U.S. ARMY FINANCE CORPS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMUS ARMY FINANCE SCHOOL8037513771
W. GORDON BELSER ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8037773934
WALKING TREE NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER

Libraries in Capitol View

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
RICHLAND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY1431 ASSEMBLY STREET0.02,732,606

Farmers Markets in Capitol View

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
All-Local Farmers Market711 Whaley StVisit
All-Local Farmers Market 2Rosewood market on Rosewood Drive at Maple StreetVisit
Ashland United Methodist Church Farmers Market2600 Ashland RoadVisit
Certified SC Winter Farmers Market3483 Charleston HighwayNovember to MarchSat:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM;Visit
Community Farmers Market at Brookland Baptist Church1066 Sunset Blvd.06/02/2013 to 11/24/2013Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
Ebenezer Lutheran Church Farmers Market1301 Richland StreetVisit
Five Rivers Market @ State Farmers Market322 Little Brooke Lane05/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Tue: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Wed: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AVisit
Forest Acres Farmers Market3400 Forest Drive- Beltline side of Richland Mall 04/27/2016 to 10/26/2016Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Grace United Methodist Church Farmers Market410 Harbison Boulevard
Healthy Carolina Farmers MarketGreene Street between Sumter and Bull Streets03/17/2015 to 04/28/2015Tue: 9:30 AM-1:30 PM;YesVisit
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection-Seeds of Hope3707 Moss Ave.
Main Street MarketplaceCorner of Hampton Street & Main Street
Northeast Farmers MarketLake Carolina Town CenterMay to OctoberThu:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM;Visit
Richland County2440 Atlas Road
Sandhill Farmers Market900 Clemson Road05/02/2017 to 11/28/2017Tue: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Shandon United Methodist Church Farmers Market3407 Devine Street
South Carolina State Farmers Market208-A Wholesale LaneJanuary to DecemberMon:4:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Tue:4:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Wed:4:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Thu:4:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Fri:4:00 AM
The Carolina Apartments-Seeds of Hope3201 Meadowlark Dr., , SC06/12/2014 to 08/07/2014Thu: 12:00 PM-2:00 PM;
Trinity Episcopal Church Farmers Market1100 Sumter StreetVisit
Unitarian Universal Fellowship Farmers Market2701 Heyward StreetVisit
Virginia Wingard United Methodist Farmers Market1500 Broad River Road
Washington Street United Church Farmers Market1401 Bull Street
Wesley Memorial United Church Farmers Market2501 Heyward Street

Hotels in Capitol View

12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baymont
Candlewood Suites Columbia-Ft. Jackson
Comfort Inn & Suites
Country Inn & Suites
Days Inn
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia/Southeast-Ft. Jackson
Holiday Inn Express
La Quinta Inn
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbia/At Fort Jackson
Quality Inn & Suites
Sleep Inn
TownePlace Suites

Restaurants in Capitol View

18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Big T's Bar-B-Que
China Chef
Lizzards Thicket
Lotus
Mobay 2 at Carolina Sunsplash
New Bangkok
Nick's
No. 1 Chinese
Pizza Hut
Ruby Tuesday
Rush's
Shoney's
Sub Station II
Taco Time
Tasty Wings & Seafood
Tokyo Grill
Waffle House
Waffle House

Cafes in Capitol View

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Clinics in Capitol View

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Doctors Care
MEDcare urgent care center

Dentists in Capitol View

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aspen Dental
Brown Family Dentistry
Simply Smile Family Dentistry

Veterinaries in Capitol View

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Garners Ferry Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Capitol View

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP
Circle K
Circle K
Citgo
Exxon
Exxon
Gulf
Murphy USA
Shell
Spinx

Banks in Capitol View

9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AllSouth Federal Credit Union
Bank of America
First Citizens Bank
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union
Regional Finance
SAFE FCU
SCU State Credit Union
TD Bank
Wells Fargo

Gyms in Capitol View

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Planet Fitness

Golf Courses in Capitol View

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fort Jackson Golf Club

Breweries in Capitol View

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bet-mar Liquid Hobby ShopBeverages Wholesale & Manufacturers, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Se736 Saint Andrews Rd
Conquest Brewing CompanyBrewery847 S Stadium Rd8037123063Visit
Delaney's PubAmerican Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Breweries741 Saluda Ave
Hunter-gatherer Brewery & Ale HouseAmerican Restaurant, Brewery900 Main Saint (at College St)8037480540Visit
River Rat BreweryBrewery, Breweries1231 Shop Rd8037245712Visit
Twisted Spur Brewingdealer, shop, rare, book, Brewery, used merchandise, retail705 Gervais St8032545444

Cell Towers in Capitol View

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
118 Frontage Road, Route 2 (153933)LTOWER88
118 Frontage Road, Route 2 (153933)LTOWER88
(Pine Ridge site) 912 Fish Hatchery RoadTOWER73
239 TOBACCO BARN RD. (Blythewood - Columbia, SC MSA)TOWER65
Approx. 3 MI N. of I-26 & US 21 (153508)LTOWER60
Approx. 3 MI N. of I-26 & US 21 (153508)LTOWER60
1959 BLUFF ROADTOWER58

Bridges in Capitol View

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19913270,900G
SlabConcrete19914141,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19911,08041,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19911,04741,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198820035,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198825535,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198820035,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198825535,450G
SlabConcrete continuous201812034,100G
SlabConcrete19949025,400G
CulvertConcrete19792913,800G
SlabConcrete19799013,800G
CulvertConcrete19792113,800F
CulvertConcrete20152010,400G
CulvertConcrete1997379,900G
CulvertConcrete1942219,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19912588,300G
CulvertConcrete1942356,400F
SlabConcrete1991414,950G
CulvertConcrete1999224,100F
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron2020412,500G
CulvertConcrete192020950F
CulvertConcrete2019105225G
SlabPrestressed concrete201970125G
SlabConcrete19726075F
SlabConcrete19726075F

Amtrak Stations in Capitol View

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Columbia, SC850 Pulaski StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Capitol View

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CMC STEEL SC310 NEW STATE RDLEXINGTON
COLUMBIA ENERGY LLCI 26 AND US HIGHWAY 21 SOUTHRICHLAND
HYDRA SPORTS BOATS2348 SHOP ROADRICHLAND

Airports Near Capitol View

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Columbia Metropolitan AirportCAEMedium Airport
Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens AirportCUBMedium Airport
Mc Entire Joint National Guard BaseMMTMedium Airport
Orangeburg Municipal AirportOGBMedium Airport
Shaw Air Force BaseSSCMedium Airport
4 Holes FieldSmall Airport
Alan's AirportSmall Airport
Avinger FieldSmall Airport
Bamberg County AirportSmall Airport
Barnwell Regional AirportBNLSmall Airport
Barrier AirportSmall Airport
Bell's Branch AirportSmall Airport
Bermuda High GliderportSmall Airport
Buckeye FieldSmall Airport
Cowtown AirportSmall Airport
Crosswinds-Wilson Private AirportSmall Airport
Darden AirportSmall Airport
Do-Little FieldSmall Airport
Dry Swamp AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Nest-Fairview AirparkSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirparkSmall Airport
Fairfield County AirportSmall Airport
Flying O AirportSmall Airport
Gaston AirportSmall Airport
Gilbert International AirparkSmall Airport
Gwinn FieldSmall Airport
Holly Hill AirportSmall Airport
House Movers FieldSmall Airport
Kirk Air BaseSmall Airport
Lee County Butters FieldSmall Airport
Lesesne AirportSmall Airport
Lexington County AirportSmall Airport
Mack's Patch-Derrick FieldSmall Airport
Mc Neil AirportSmall Airport
Newberry County AirportSmall Airport
North Air Force Auxillary AirfieldSmall Airport
Over the Hill AirportSmall Airport
Palmetto Air Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Perry International AirportSmall Airport
Polecat AerodromeSmall Airport
Price AirportSmall Airport
Russell AirportSmall Airport
Sand Burr AirportSmall Airport
Santee Cooper Regional AirportSmall Airport
Shealy AirportSmall Airport
St. Mathews AirportSmall Airport
Sumter AirportSUMSmall Airport
The Farm AirportSmall Airport
Union County, Troy Shelton FieldUSCSmall Airport
Wexford Landing AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Capitol View

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
City of Forest Acres Police
Columbia Police Department811 Washington Street
Columbia Police Department Multipurpose Annex
Columbia Police Dept West Region
Fort Jackson Police (Provost Marshal)
Gaston Police Department
Metro Region Police Department
Metro Region Police Department
South Congaree Police Department
Southeast Regions Headquarters
University of South Carolina Campus Police1501 Senate Street

Grocery Stores in Capitol View

35 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
5 Star Mini MartConvenience Store725 Hazelwood Rd
7up Mini MartConvenience Store1316 Leesburg Rd
ALDI 61043 61043Supermarket7610 Garners Ferry Rd
Carolina Pantry 2Convenience Store7850 Garners Ferry Rd
CheapwayConvenience Store1715 Leesburg Rd
Circle K 272822Convenience Store3416 Leesburg Rd
Circle K Store 5183Convenience Store7901 Garners Ferry Rd
Corner Pantry 126Convenience Store6524 Garners Ferry Rd
CVS PHARMACY 3850Other7749 Garners Ferry Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 0969Other6870 Garners Ferry Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 10768Other2900 LEESBURG RD
Dollar Tree 890Other7546 Garners Ferry Rd
Express PantryConvenience Store7527 Garners Ferry Rd
Family Dollar 12309Other7900 Garners Ferry Rd
Family Dollar 239Other7416 Garners Ferry Rd
Family Dollar 5921Other2800 Leesburg Rd
Food Fare StoreConvenience Store8275 Garners Ferry Rd
FOOD LION 2863Supermarket7830 Garners Ferry Rd
FOOD LION 647Supermarket2900 LEESBURG RD
Gf Food MartConvenience Store7621 Garners Ferry Rd
HB MartConvenience Store1625 Leesburg Rd
Hosanna Energy MartConvenience Store7467 Garners Ferry Rd
In And Out MarketConvenience Store4012 Trotter Rd
Leesburg Convenience Sales LLCConvenience Store1708 Leesburg Rd
Lucky StopConvenience Store743 Hazelwood Rd
Murphy Express 8943Convenience Store6430 Garners Ferry Rd
One Stop Of ColumbiaConvenience Store1728 Hazelwood Rd
Palm Pantry#14Convenience Store1002 Rabbit Run
Pitt Stop 33Convenience Store7911 Garners Ferry Rd
Quick StopConvenience Store4000 Trotter Rd
ShaibankoConvenience Store423 Bitternut Rd
Southeast BpConvenience Store8000 Garners Ferry Rd
Spinx 268Convenience Store7232 Garners Ferry Rd
Walgreens 11379Other7801 Garners Ferry Rd
Walmart SUPERCENTER 1286Super Store7520 Garners Ferry Rd

Post Offices in Capitol View

0 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress

Treatment Centers in Capitol View

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Columbia Area Mental Health Center - Adult Clinic ServicesMental Health803-898-8888
Columbia Area Mental Health Center - Adult Intensive ServicesMental Health803-898-1555
Columbia Area Mental Health Center - Lower Richland Office and BHMental Health803-737-8835
Crossroads Treatment CentersSubstance Abuse803-733-5855
LRADAC - Outpatient and Withdrawal ManagementSubstance Abuse803-726-9300

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Capitol View.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Capitol View

What is the population of Capitol View?

Capitol View has a population of 4,161 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 2,601 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Capitol View expensive to live in?

Capitol View 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 $47,054, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,700 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,146 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Capitol View safe?

Public safety is a concern in Capitol View, with a violent crime rate of 749 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,361 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Capitol View receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Capitol View?

Capitol View enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Capitol View?

The job market in Capitol View faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,170. There are 287 business establishments in the area, including 11 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 5.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Capitol View?

The median home value in Capitol View is $152,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,769. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,146. Fair market rent is $982 for a 1-bedroom and $1,155 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 41.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,059.

How are the schools in Capitol View?

Schools in Capitol View have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 28.9% of adults in Capitol View hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Capitol View?

The obesity rate in Capitol View is 39.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.6% of adults are smokers. 26.1% are physically inactive. 23.0% of residents report depression. 13.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 20.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,722.

What is transportation like in Capitol View?

The average commute in Capitol View is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Capitol View?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Capitol View is 37.4% White, 53.9% Black or African American. 92.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.7% speak Spanish. 13.8% of the population are military veterans. 20.8% of residents have a disability. 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Compare Capitol View with another city: