Forest Acres

SC

Richland County, South Carolina

Population 422K |Median income $63,784 |5 hospitals

Population
422,117
Richland County
Median Income
$63,784
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$242,800
+7% vs avg
Median Age
34.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
422K+8%
Median Income
$63,784+32%
Median Home Value
$242,800+62%
Poverty Rate
17.2%+0%
Unemployment
6.2%-40%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,228/mo
Poverty Rate
17.2% +21% vs avg
Unemployment 6.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 40.7%
Work From Home 12.5%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

African American 47.4%
White 40.4%
Asian 3%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41.6%
High Blood Pressure
36.5%
Obesity
34.7%
Physical Inactivity
21.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.6%
Binge Drinking
16.3%
Diabetes
13%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.6%
Current Smoking
11.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.5%
Annual Checkup 80.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.4%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
2
★★★★
0
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
4
PRISMA HEALTH BAPTIST
COLUMBIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
COLUMBIA SC VA MEDICAL CENTER
COLUMBIA · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
PRISMA HEALTH RICHLAND HOSPITAL
COLUMBIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MUSC HEALTH COLUMBIA MEDICAL CENTER DOWNTOWN
COLUMBIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Forest Acres Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Forest Acres, SC? ▼
Forest Acres, SC has a population of 422,117 people, located in Richland County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Forest Acres? ▼
The median household income in Forest Acres, SC is $63,784 per year. The poverty rate is 17.2%.
What is the median home value in Forest Acres? ▼
The median home value in Forest Acres, SC is $242,800. Median rent is $1,228/month.
What are the top health concerns in Forest Acres? ▼
The top health indicators in Forest Acres include Short Sleep Duration (41.6%), High Blood Pressure (36.5%), Obesity (34.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Forest Acres? ▼
Forest Acres has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Forest Acres? ▼
The median age in Forest Acres, SC is 34.4 years. 40.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Forest Acres, SC is located in Richland County, South Carolina. With a population of 422K and a median household income of $63,784, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Forest Acres area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Richland County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.