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Chapin, SC

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Lakeside living in this friendly South Carolina town

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Chapin sits between Lake Murray and Interstate 26, about 23 miles northwest of Downtown Columbia. Known to locals as the “capital of Lake Murray,” Chapin mixes all the appeal of a small town — friendly locals and community — with the liveliness of bigger locale because of the lake to the south. There are notable festivals year round, specifically the Labor Day Festival that runs for three days.

Downtown Chapin is full of appeal with its historic buildings and plentiful restaurants. There’s also a number of fantastic schools that serve the area, making this a fantastic option for families who like to stay active or just enjoy the water. There’s not much nightlife in Chapin, but the buzz of the city is just a 30-minute drive away.

Transportation

26

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

27

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Chapin Middle School

Public

Grades 5-6

913 Students

8
out of 10

Lake Murray Elementary

Public

Grades K-4

809 Students

8
out of 10

Chapin Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

790 Students

6
out of 10

Chapin Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

991 Students

7
out of 10

Chapin High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,615 Students

9
out of 10

Spring Hill High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,089 Students

9
out of 10

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.