Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 28.7% ▲ 187% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.5% ▼ 42% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 285 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,804 (50%) |
| Some College | 1,749 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 2,250 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,379 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,141 (13.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $43,139 ▼ 43% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $84,045 ▼ 70% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $671/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,833 |
| Vacant Units | 2,314 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dillon County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 27,735 residents. With a median age of 38.45, it is a middle-aged county.
Dillon County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $43,138 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 28.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Dillon County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $84,045 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $670. Homeownership rates are high at 60.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dillon County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 47.0%. Educational attainment is less-educated — 22.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Dillon County, SC is a working-class area in South Carolina. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29536 | Dillon | 15,825 | $43,637 | $87,300 | $681 | 6.6% | 22.8% |
| 29543 | Fork | 350 | $53,854 | $73,900 | — | 0.0% | 23.4% |
| 29547 | Hamer | 2,552 | $45,917 | $92,700 | $779 | 13.1% | 14.5% |
| 29563 | Lake View | 2,016 | $42,614 | $100,700 | $535 | 3.1% | 19.2% |
| 29565 | Latta | 6,460 | $41,589 | $70,400 | $655 | 6.0% | 27.1% |
| 29567 | Little Rock | 532 | $28,750 | $55,000 | $547 | 4.6% | 7.4% |