Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 694 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,228 (32%) |
| Some College | 5,205 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 5,896 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 6,301 (14.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,125 (27.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,894 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $157,205 ▼ 44% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $867/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 33,118 |
| Vacant Units | 4,109 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Greenwood County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 72,261 residents. With a median age of 39.66, it is a middle-aged county.
Greenwood County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,893 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Greenwood County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $157,205 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $866. Homeownership rates are high at 67.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Greenwood County are majority White (59.03%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Greenwood County, SC is a working-class 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29819 | Bradley | 983 | $48,984 | $77,400 | $1,313 | 2.9% | 27.1% |
| 29646 | Greenwood | 28,413 | $41,669 | $130,900 | $818 | 5.9% | 36.6% |
| 29649 | Greenwood | 25,762 | $56,268 | $207,700 | $937 | 4.0% | 49.5% |
| 29653 | Hodges | 3,894 | $52,375 | $107,000 | $941 | 1.1% | 27.8% |
| 29666 | Ninety Six | 6,751 | $74,627 | $165,400 | $843 | 4.7% | 49.9% |
| 29848 | Troy | 987 | $56,250 | $161,700 | $527 | 0.8% | 28.7% |
| 29692 | Ware Shoals | 5,471 | $42,533 | $95,200 | $744 | 2.4% | 30.4% |