Greenwood County

As of the most recent census, Greenwood County, SC, has a population of approximately 70,811. The racial composition is about 58.8% White, 34.6% African American, 1.1% Asian, and 4.3% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The median household income stands at around $37,060, with 21.3% of the population below the poverty line. The county has a gender distribution of 48% male and 52% female, and the median age is approximately 38 years.

As of the latest data, Greenwood County, SC has a median home value of approximately $130,000. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $650 per month. Homeownership rate is roughly 65%, with a median household income of about $40,000. The housing market has seen a year-over-year appreciation rate of about 5%.

Greenwood County, SC, holds local, state, and federal elections, including races for County Council, Sheriff, Solicitor, and School Board members. Voter registration stood at 48,275 as of the last update. In the 2020 General Election, Greenwood County voter turnout was approximately 69%.

Key elected officials include:

• County Council members from seven districts. Notable recent candidates included Mark Allison (District 1) and Edith Childs (District 7).
• Sheriff: Dennis Kelly is the current Sheriff.
• Solicitor: David M. Stumbo serves as Solicitor for the Eighth Judicial Circuit.

Detailed candidate lists for upcoming elections are available on the Greenwood County Voter Registration & Elections Office website. Visit Greenwood Elections for further information on voter registration, polling places, and recent election results.

As of the latest data, Greenwood County, SC, has approximately 17% of its population aged 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher. This is below both the national average, which stands at around 33%, and the South Carolina state average of approximately 29%. High school graduation rates in Greenwood County are around 84%, slightly below the national average of 88% and close to the South Carolina state average of about 86%. Greenwood County hosts several educational institutions, including Lander University and Piedmont Technical College, contributing to higher education access for residents. Despite local educational resources, the county's lower educational attainment rates reflect ongoing challenges in alignment with broader educational goals.

As of the most recent data, Greenwood County, SC, has an employment rate of around 93-94%, aligning closely with state and national averages. The county’s labor force totals approximately 32,000 individuals.

Top industries in Greenwood County include:

1. Manufacturing (23% of employment)
2. Health Care and Social Assistance (18%)
3. Retail Trade (12%)
4. Education Services (10%)

Comparing these sectors to national averages:

• Manufacturing: National average is around 8.5%, meaning Greenwood is significantly above average.
• Health Care and Social Assistance: National average is 14%, so Greenwood is slightly higher.
• Retail Trade: National average is around 11%, making Greenwood slightly above average.
• Education Services: National average is about 9%, placing Greenwood just above standard levels.

Overall, Greenwood County has a notable concentration in manufacturing compared to national and state figures.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Greenwood County, SC is approximately $39,000. In comparison, the median household income for the state of South Carolina is approximately $53,000, while the national median household income stands at approximately $68,700.

This data highlights that Greenwood County's median household income is significantly lower than both the state and national averages. This disparity suggests potential economic challenges and a lower cost of living within the county in comparison to broader regions.

As of the latest available data for Greenwood County, SC, the overall crime rate stands at approximately 45.86 crimes per 1,000 residents yearly. Violent crimes, which include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, occur at a rate of 7.36 per 1,000 residents. Property crimes, comprising burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, and arson, have a frequency of 38.50 per 1,000 residents.

This data provides a snapshot of criminal activities, highlighting areas for targeted interventions.