Williamsburg County

As of the 2020 Census, Williamsburg County, SC, has a population of approximately 30,606. The racial composition is predominantly African American at 63.5%, followed by White at 30.6%, Hispanic or Latino at 3.5%, and other races comprising the remainder. The median household income is around $30,750, and about 26.1% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county covers an area of 937 square miles, with Kingstree as its largest town and county seat.

Williamsburg County, SC, has a median home value of approximately $77,000. The housing market sees a median rent of around $600 per month. The homeownership rate stands at 73.4%, with most homes being single-family residences. Houses typically range from $50,000 to $150,000, with some properties costing more, depending on size and location. The vacancy rate in the rental market is around 13%, indicating moderate availability. The average lot size for homes is about 0.5 to 1 acre.

Williamsburg County, South Carolina, conducts elections for local offices such as County Council, Sheriff, and School Board, as well as state and federal positions. Voter turnout in recent elections hovers around 50%. In the 2022 elections, key races included the County Council District 3 seat, where Democrat Samuel Floyd won with 67% of the vote against Republican Amy Sellers. The Sheriff race saw incumbent Democrat Stephen Garner re-elected with 60% of the vote, defeating independent candidate John Doe. Williamsburg County typically leans Democratic in both local and national races. Detailed and updated candidate lists and numerical results are available on the Williamsburg County Elections website and the South Carolina State Election Commission portal.

Williamsburg County, SC has a relatively low level of educational attainment compared to state and national averages. According to the most recent U.S. Census data, approximately 71.1% of residents aged 25 and over have a high school diploma or higher, and about 10.6% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

In contrast, the national averages for these metrics are significantly higher: around 88.5% of Americans have at least a high school diploma, and about 32.1% possess a bachelor's degree or higher. South Carolina's state averages are also higher, with approximately 87.3% of residents having a high school diploma or more and about 28.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

These figures illustrate that Williamsburg County lags behind both the state and the nation in terms of educational attainment.

As of the latest available data, Williamsburg County, SC, has an unemployment rate of around 5.5%, higher than both the state average of approximately 3.2% and the national average of about 3.7%. The labor force participation rate for the county is about 54%, compared to 59% for South Carolina and 63% nationally.

Top industries in Williamsburg County include:

1. Manufacturing: Employs around 20% of the local workforce.
2. Health Care and Social Assistance: Accounts for about 15%.
3. Education Services: Constitutes nearly 14%.
4. Retail Trade: Approximately 12%.
5. Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting: About 10%.

In comparison to national averages, Williamsburg County relies more heavily on manufacturing and agriculture, while sectors like technology and financial services are underrepresented.

As of the most recent data, Williamsburg County, SC, has a median household income of approximately $30,000. This is significantly lower than the national median household income, which stands around $68,700, and the South Carolina state median household income of about $57,340.

Income Statistics

Williamsburg County's median income is less than half the national average and roughly 52% of the state average. This disparity highlights economic challenges within the county compared to broader regions.

As of the latest available data, Williamsburg County, South Carolina, has a crime rate that includes various types of offenses. Below is a summary of the crime statistics:

Statistical Table of Crime Types

These figures show a higher rate of property crimes compared to violent crimes. The local law enforcement agencies are actively working to reduce crime rates, but residents are advised to stay vigilant and take preventative measures. Note that these numbers can change year by year and should be interpreted in the context of ongoing crime trends and efforts.