Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.1% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 865 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 19,478 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 7,717 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 9,713 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 8,587 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,573 (32.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,047 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $276,810 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,127/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 43,840 |
| Vacant Units | 3,559 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lancaster County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 104,115 residents. With a median age of 41.63, it is a middle-aged county.
Lancaster County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,046 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Lancaster County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $276,810 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,126. Homeownership rates are high at 82.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lancaster County are majority White (68.41%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lancaster County, SC is a middle-income area in South Carolina. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29707 | Fort Mill | 35,224 | $117,609 | $439,400 | $1,687 | 3.7% | 63.9% |
| 29058 | Heath Springs | 5,790 | $71,622 | $179,500 | $761 | 5.9% | 29.5% |
| 29067 | Kershaw | 11,498 | $45,391 | $115,000 | $858 | 5.4% | 22.5% |
| 29720 | Lancaster | 51,603 | $59,039 | $212,800 | $845 | 6.4% | 37.1% |