Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 16.1% ▲ 61% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 755 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,858 (28.4%) |
| Some College | 7,499 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 7,180 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 5,944 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,110 (30.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,628 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $241,678 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $882/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 41,697 |
| Vacant Units | 7,994 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Oconee County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 79,755 residents. With a median age of 46.57, it is a mature county.
Oconee County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,627 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.8%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Oconee County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $241,678 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $882. Homeownership rates are high at 76.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Oconee County are primarily White (83.55%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Oconee County, SC is a solidly middle-class area in South Carolina. The 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29643 | Fair Play | 2,887 | $85,729 | $265,000 | — | 2.5% | 50.4% |
| 29658 | Long Creek | 374 | $64,375 | — | — | 32.2% | 35.6% |
| 29676 | Salem | 6,169 | $92,206 | $403,600 | $935 | 2.1% | 64.5% |
| 29672 | Seneca | 12,364 | $87,521 | $394,200 | $948 | 4.4% | 55.2% |
| 29678 | Seneca | 23,507 | $49,699 | $205,600 | $943 | 8.2% | 38.0% |
| 29686 | Tamassee | 932 | $87,981 | $250,000 | — | 3.0% | 23.2% |
| 29691 | Walhalla | 12,248 | $52,722 | $179,700 | $792 | 6.2% | 30.5% |
| 29696 | West Union | 5,301 | $77,172 | $184,600 | $681 | 8.1% | 43.6% |
| 29693 | Westminster | 13,826 | $51,384 | $168,600 | $838 | 3.8% | 31.4% |