Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -1.64 |
| Below Poverty | 15.2% ▲ 52% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.1% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,048 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 23,536 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 11,968 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 11,011 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 11,048 (13.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24,716 (29.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,613 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $236,807 ▼ 15% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $925/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 63,136 |
| Vacant Units | 6,505 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pickens County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 148,019 residents. With a median age of 37.04, it is a relatively young county.
Pickens County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,612 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 15.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Pickens County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $236,807 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $925. Homeownership rates are high at 72.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pickens County are primarily White (82.6%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 46.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Pickens 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29630 | Central | 15,497 | $53,879 | $220,300 | $966 | 4.4% | 52.6% |
| 29631 | Clemson | 16,363 | $50,217 | $361,500 | $954 | 3.9% | 66.7% |
| 29640 | Easley | 32,997 | $60,596 | $197,200 | $952 | 2.4% | 33.0% |
| 29642 | Easley | 35,721 | $77,604 | $267,700 | $915 | 2.4% | 49.5% |
| 29657 | Liberty | 16,072 | $56,949 | $170,900 | $869 | 2.3% | 32.8% |
| 29667 | Norris | 235 | $78,750 | $170,700 | — | 0.0% | 28.6% |
| 29671 | Pickens | 19,210 | $65,429 | $202,100 | $917 | 2.5% | 33.7% |
| 29682 | Six Mile | 3,923 | $77,917 | $215,600 | $782 | 3.9% | 44.7% |
| 29685 | Sunset | 2,046 | $124,432 | $355,900 | — | 10.9% | 50.5% |