Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 17.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 110 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,714 (42.3%) |
| Some College | 1,701 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 2,281 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,212 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,487 (18.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,931 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $155,215 ▼ 44% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $883/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,037 |
| Vacant Units | 2,266 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Fairfield County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,189 residents. With a median age of 47.48, it is a mature county.
Fairfield County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,931 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 17.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Fairfield County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $155,215 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $883. Homeownership rates are high at 75.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Fairfield County are majority Black (53.32%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Fairfield County, SC is a working-class area in South Carolina. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29015 | Blair | 1,326 | $46,490 | $113,000 | $545 | 7.0% | 17.7% |
| 29065 | Jenkinsville | 574 | $46,334 | $94,000 | — | 0.0% | 17.6% |
| 29130 | Ridgeway | 6,427 | $72,614 | $246,200 | $890 | 4.5% | 34.7% |
| 29180 | Winnsboro | 11,862 | $41,604 | $113,600 | $917 | 6.3% | 24.4% |