Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 19.4% ▲ 94% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.0% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 249 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,263 (42%) |
| Some College | 2,645 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 3,431 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,960 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,146 (16%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,397 ▼ 31% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,054 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $916/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,703 |
| Vacant Units | 1,876 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chester County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 31,964 residents. With a median age of 42.55, it is a middle-aged county.
Chester County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $52,397 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.4%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Chester County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $141,054 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $916. Homeownership rates are high at 78.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Chester County are majority White (57.61%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Chester County, SC is a working-class area in South Carolina. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29014 | Blackstock | 1,229 | $77,438 | $164,800 | — | 6.7% | 28.4% |
| 29706 | Chester | 19,181 | $50,141 | $142,200 | $864 | 7.6% | 25.2% |
| 29712 | Edgemoor | 2,136 | $60,113 | $199,100 | — | 3.7% | 29.2% |
| 29714 | Fort Lawn | 3,247 | $63,791 | $186,500 | $1,260 | 4.9% | 28.9% |
| 29055 | Great Falls | 3,858 | $43,631 | $85,500 | $781 | 4.8% | 26.4% |
| 29729 | Richburg | 2,313 | $49,306 | $94,200 | $1,091 | 3.8% | 23.3% |