Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 20.6% ▲ 106% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.5% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.9% ▲ 143% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 341 (4.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,529 (35.8%) |
| Some College | 1,008 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 873 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 907 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,407 (19.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,221 ▼ 41% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $94,127 ▼ 66% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $808/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,184 |
| Vacant Units | 1,754 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bamberg County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 12,635 residents. With a median age of 44.41, it is a middle-aged county.
Bamberg County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $45,220 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 11.9%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 20.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Bamberg County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $94,127 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $808. Homeownership rates are high at 73.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bamberg County are majority Black (61.88%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Bamberg County, SC is a working-class area in South Carolina. The 4 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29003 | Bamberg | 5,616 | $51,341 | $101,500 | $825 | 12.5% | 30.4% |
| 29042 | Denmark | 4,761 | $42,350 | $92,300 | $782 | 13.4% | 34.1% |
| 29081 | Ehrhardt | 1,202 | $36,061 | $89,700 | $704 | 0.0% | 43.6% |
| 29843 | Olar | 1,056 | $36,042 | $68,200 | $958 | 15.4% | 24.6% |