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Dorchester County
City in South Carolina, United States
Overview
Dorchester County, located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, is famous for its scenic waterfront landscapes, charming small towns, and significant heritage sites connected to Harriet Tubman. Visitors enjoy a blend of outdoor recreation, history, and local arts in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
South Carolina
Population
161,540
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
33.08°, -80.41°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
72
Female Safety
68
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
62
Food Safety
82
Monthly Cost
$2,550
Local Cost
$1,760
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
76
English
100
Temperature
18.8°C
Summer Avg
27.4°C
Winter Avg
9.6°C
Record High
41.6°C
Record Low
-9.2°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
1179 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
RBW
Distance
28 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 86/100.
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