Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bates a good place to live?
Bates is a good place to live. Bates is considered car-dependent and very bikeable. Bates has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 41. The average household income is $34,034 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 14.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Bates are home owners, with 46% of residents renting and 54% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Bates can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Bates neighborhood guide.
Is Bates, SC a safe neighborhood?
Bates, SC is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bates?
The median home price in Bates is $69,837. If you put a 20% down payment of $14,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.58%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $360 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $15K a year to afford the median home price in Bates. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Bates is $34K.
What are the best public schools in Bates?
The best public schools that serve Bates are:
- Millwood Elementary School has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
- Alice Drive Middle School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Sumter High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
What are the best private schools in Bates?
The best private schools that serve Bates are:
- Westside Christian Academy has a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Berea Junior Academy has a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Bates, Sumter, SC?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Bates, Sumter, SC?
The most popular neighborhoods near Bates, Sumter, SC are Savage-Glover, Birnie, South Sumter, Hampton Park and Lemira.
