Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,488 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 26,571 (25.9%) |
| Some College | 13,709 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 16,682 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 12,203 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 31,995 (31.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,981 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $284,858 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,302/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 66,438 |
| Vacant Units | 4,973 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dorchester County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 163,283 residents. With a median age of 38.05, it is a middle-aged county.
Dorchester County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $77,981 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Dorchester County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $284,858 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,301. Homeownership rates are high at 74.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dorchester County are majority White (60.14%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Dorchester County, SC is a middle-income area in South Carolina. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29437 | Dorchester | 2,287 | $56,086 | $181,900 | $619 | 1.2% | 34.9% |
| 29448 | Harleyville | 2,224 | $62,315 | $185,500 | $758 | 4.2% | 31.9% |
| 29420 | North Charleston | 23,311 | $69,043 | $283,900 | $1,506 | 4.6% | 47.5% |
| 29471 | Reevesville | 1,332 | $32,029 | $116,100 | $930 | 0.4% | 36.9% |
| 29472 | Ridgeville | 11,531 | $73,207 | $246,000 | $935 | 0.9% | 29.2% |
| 29477 | Saint George | 6,949 | $57,581 | $75,300 | $919 | 3.7% | 31.3% |
| 29483 | Summerville | 56,979 | $82,194 | $303,400 | $1,220 | 5.0% | 43.2% |
| 29485 | Summerville | 58,670 | $83,287 | $311,300 | $1,473 | 5.1% | 46.4% |