Chester County, South Carolina
SC · FIPS 45023 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,182 | — | #1,416 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $52,458 | -30.2% | #2,633 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 42.4 years | +9.0% | #1,385 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $158,300 | -43.8% | #2,068 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $853 | -26.7% | #1,723 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.7% | +48.3% | #2,536 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Chester County has a population of 32,182, making it the #1,416 most populous county in the US. The median age is 42.4 years, which is 9.0% above the national median.
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The median household income in Chester County is $52,458, ranking #2,633 out of 3,222 counties — 30.2% below the national median. The poverty rate is 18.7% and unemployment stands at 5.5%.
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The median home value in Chester County is $158,300 (-43.8% vs national). Renters pay a median of $853/mo and the homeownership rate is 78.4%.
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88.3% of residents in Chester County have health insurance coverage, which is 3.7% below the national rate.
About Chester County, South Carolina
Chester County, South Carolina has a total population of 32,182, making it the 1,416th most populous county in the United States. The median age in Chester County is 42.4 years, which is 9.0% above the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Chester County is $52,458, which ranks #2,633 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 30.2% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 18.7%, higher than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5%.
The median home value in Chester County is $158,300, 43.8% below the national median. Renters in Chester County pay a median gross rent of $853 per month. The homeownership rate is 78.4%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Chester County, 14.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58.5% below the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 88.3% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 33.7 min.
Chester County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is White (non-Hispanic) at 57.7% of the population, followed by Black (non-Hispanic) (34.5%) and Two or More Races (3.9%).
All data for Chester County, South Carolina comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. These figures are estimates based on survey sampling and are subject to margin of error. For the most detailed and up-to-date data, visit the Census Bureau's official data portal.