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Is Aiken, SC a wealthy town? ›

The per capita income in Aiken in 2022 was $40,926, which is wealthy relative to South Carolina, and upper middle income relative to the rest of the US. This equates to an annual income of $163,704 for a family of four. However, Aiken contains both very wealthy and poor people as well.

With a crime rate of 40 per one thousand residents, Aiken has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 25.

Over the years Aiken became a winter home for many notable people, including George H. Bostwick, James B. Eustis, Madeleine Astor, William Kissam Vanderbilt, Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, Allan Pinkerton, and W. Averell Harriman.

Kiawah Island is SC's richest city

It is also home to award-winning resorts and championship golf courses. Located southeast of Charleston, the largely private island has over 1,000 total households, surpassing the number of households in most of the state's wealthiest cities, according to Forbes.

South Boundary Avenue is one of the most beautiful streets in America. “USA Today” named it as “One of prettiest streets for a stroll” in the country. Photographers from around the U.S. just love taking pictures of this famous Aiken Avenue. (Tip: Go early in the morning or on Sundays to avoid the traffic.)

Named Best Small Town of the South by Southern Living, Aiken is a richly diverse destination, offering thoroughbred racing, a rich arts scene, a thriving downtown and more.

Safe Cities in South Carolina

Tega Cay has the lowest number of violent crimes per capita. It also boasts the greatest percentage below the national crime rate. Fort Mill has the lowest number of non-violent crimes per capita.

Aiken is ranked 248 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Aiken is 85.8% of the national average.

There are expensive places to live in South Carolina. Then there is Sullivan's Island. CashNetUSA recently ranked Sullivan's Island as the most expensive neighborhood in South Carolina. The ranking is part of a list of most expensive neighborhoods in every U.S. state, based on Zillow data.

What kind of town is Aiken, SC? ›

Aiken, South Carolina, is renowned for its beauty, gardens, and southern charm. When people think of Aiken, they often envision its vibrant horse community. However, Aiken is also an economically friendly city for business, making it an ideal location for weddings....