Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.3% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 44% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 265 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,383 (40.5%) |
| Some College | 2,253 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 2,973 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,600 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,765 (20.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,298 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $152,468 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $724/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 15,296 |
| Vacant Units | 3,926 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Clarendon County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 29,706 residents. With a median age of 46.95, it is a mature county.
Clarendon County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,297 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Clarendon County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $152,468 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $723. Homeownership rates are high at 72.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Clarendon County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.0%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Clarendon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29001 | Alcolu | 2,244 | $63,804 | $146,300 | $725 | 3.3% | 25.4% |
| 29051 | Gable | 450 | $76,964 | $169,200 | — | 4.5% | 22.5% |
| 29102 | Manning | 16,133 | $45,000 | $159,700 | $729 | 8.3% | 29.7% |
| 29111 | New Zion | 1,551 | $78,656 | $117,900 | $799 | 2.8% | 36.4% |
| 29148 | Summerton | 5,753 | $46,455 | $153,400 | $700 | 6.8% | 31.0% |
| 29162 | Turbeville | 3,575 | $56,250 | $135,100 | $703 | 6.1% | 25.3% |