Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 19.4% ▲ 94% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.9% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.3% ▲ 70% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 449 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,868 (43.6%) |
| Some College | 3,202 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 3,886 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,754 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,759 (15.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,340 ▼ 38% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $101,556 ▼ 64% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $765/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,775 |
| Vacant Units | 3,137 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chesterfield County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 41,177 residents. With a median age of 43.5, it is a middle-aged county.
Chesterfield County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $47,339 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.3%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Chesterfield County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $101,556 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $764. Homeownership rates are high at 72.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Chesterfield County are majority White (57.38%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 25.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Chesterfield County, SC is a working-class area in South Carolina. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29520 | Cheraw | 12,860 | $41,786 | $98,600 | $805 | 9.7% | 30.5% |
| 29709 | Chesterfield | 5,903 | $56,432 | $108,100 | $796 | 6.1% | 36.9% |
| 29718 | Jefferson | 4,049 | $57,035 | $116,700 | $618 | 7.7% | 26.6% |
| 29101 | Mc Bee | 2,724 | $62,417 | $100,600 | $875 | 8.7% | 25.4% |
| 29727 | Mount Croghan | 2,171 | $44,189 | $80,800 | $586 | 5.7% | 16.5% |
| 29728 | Pageland | 9,470 | $41,335 | $108,500 | $766 | 8.9% | 16.1% |
| 29584 | Patrick | 2,527 | $45,139 | $75,000 | — | 10.8% | 20.7% |
| 29741 | Ruby | 1,473 | $51,875 | $92,800 | $742 | 2.1% | 27.3% |