Dillon County, SC
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Dillon County Overview
28,255
TOTAL POPULATION
13,381
MALE POPULATION
14,874
FEMALE POPULATION
89.96
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,736
PER CAPITA INCOME
$48,272
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$42,454
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,514
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,203
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Dillon County Area Codes
Race in Dillon County
The most populous races in Dillon County are Black / African American (13,101 | 46.4%), White / Caucasian (12,929 | 45.8%), and Two or more Races (917 | 3.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 13,101 | 46.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 889 | 3.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 680 | 2.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 12,929 | 45.8% |
| Two or more Races | 917 | 3.3% |
| Some other Race | 615 | 2.2% |
| Total | 28,255 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Dillon County
The most populous ancestries reported in Dillon County are American (4,236 | 15.0%), English (3,507 | 12.4%), Irish (517 | 1.8%), Scottish (474 | 1.7%), and Central American (352 | 1.3%), together accounting for 32.2% of all Dillon County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 93 | 0.3% |
| American | 4,236 | 15.0% |
| Arab | 6 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 23 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 24 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 352 | 1.3% |
| Cherokee | 260 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 71 | 0.3% |
| Egyptian | 5 | 0.0% |
| English | 3,507 | 12.4% |
| European | 269 | 0.9% |
| French | 185 | 0.6% |
| French Canadian | 53 | 0.2% |
| German | 150 | 0.5% |
| Greek | 30 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 320 | 1.1% |
| Hungarian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 22 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 517 | 1.8% |
| Italian | 42 | 0.2% |
| Jamaican | 125 | 0.4% |
| Korean | 35 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Lumbee | 132 | 0.5% |
| Malaysian | 51 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 303 | 1.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 76 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 32 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 30 | 0.1% |
| Portuguese | 11 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 58 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 32 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 29 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 262 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 474 | 1.7% |
| South American | 125 | 0.4% |
| Spanish | 22 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 93 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 3 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 125 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 40 | 0.1% | View All 43 Rows |
Immigrants in Dillon County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dillon County came from Latin America (387 | 1.4%), Central America (260 | 0.9%), Mexico (228 | 0.8%), Caribbean (77 | 0.3%), and Jamaica (77 | 0.3%), together accounting for 3.6% of all Dillon County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 14 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 4 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 77 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 260 | 0.9% |
| Egypt | 6 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 32 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 10 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 10 | 0.0% |
| Guyana | 10 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 77 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 387 | 1.4% |
| Mexico | 228 | 0.8% |
| Northern Africa | 6 | 0.0% |
| South America | 50 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 40 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 8 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 10 | 0.0% | View All 19 Rows |
Sex and Age in Dillon County
Sex and Age in Dillon County
The most populous age groups in Dillon County are 10 to 14 Years (1,097 | 8.2%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,230 | 8.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,094 (8.2%) | 928 (6.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 885 (6.6%) | 793 (5.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,097 (8.2%) | 1,130 (7.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 873 (6.5%) | 877 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 895 (6.7%) | 990 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 856 (6.4%) | 928 (6.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 783 (5.9%) | 866 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 871 (6.5%) | 909 (6.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 657 (4.9%) | 835 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 804 (6.0%) | 910 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 808 (6.0%) | 914 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 785 (5.9%) | 1,230 (8.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 985 (7.4%) | 768 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 619 (4.6%) | 817 (5.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 674 (5.0%) | 799 (5.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 415 (3.1%) | 616 (4.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 155 (1.2%) | 257 (1.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 125 (0.9%) | 307 (2.1%) |
| Total | 13,381 (100.0%) | 14,874 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Dillon County
Median Family Size in Dillon County
The median family size in Dillon County is 3.29 persons per family, with single male/father families (587 | 8.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.88 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (3,804 | 54.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.00 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,804 (54.4%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 587 (8.4%) | 3.88 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,602 (37.2%) | 3.58 |
| Total Families | 6,993 (100.0%) | 3.29 |
Median Household Size in Dillon County
The median household size in Dillon County is 2.67 persons per household, with single male/father households (587 | 5.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.16 persons per household. non-family households (3,440 | 33.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,804 (36.5%) | 3.01 |
| Single Male/Father | 587 (5.6%) | 4.16 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,602 (24.9%) | 3.78 |
| Non-family | 3,440 (33.0%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 10,433 (100.0%) | 2.67 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dillon County
Out of a total of 10,433 households in Dillon County, 6,993 (67.0%) are family households, while 3,440 (33.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,028, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,973.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,973 (28.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,028 (29.0%) | 334 (3.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,784 (17.1%) | 106 (1.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,138 (10.9%) | 24 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 723 (6.9%) | 3 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 188 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 132 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,993 (67.0%) | 3,440 (33.0%) |
Female Fertility in Dillon County
Fertility by Age in Dillon County
Average fertility rate in Dillon County is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 99.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 179 (99.4%) | 64.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 1 (0.6%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 180 (100.0%) | 28.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dillon County
85.6% of women with births (180) in Dillon County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 14.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 154 (86.0%) | 25 (14.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Total | 154 (85.6%) | 26 (14.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Dillon County
Average fertility rate in Dillon County is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 138.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 1.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 44.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 1 (0.6%) | 1.0 |
| High School Diploma | 67 (37.2%) | 28.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 80 (44.4%) | 37.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 (3.3%) | 17.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (14.4%) | 138.0 |
| Total | 180 (100.0%) | 28.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dillon County
14.4% of women with births in Dillon County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 44 (65.7%) | 23 (34.3%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 78 (97.5%) | 2 (2.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 154 (85.6%) | 26 (14.4%) |
Income in Dillon County
Income Overview in Dillon County
Per Capita Income in Dillon County is $21,736, while median incomes of families and households are $48,272 and $42,454 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 28,255 | $21,736 |
| Median Family Income | 6,993 | $48,272 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,993 | $66,160 |
| Median Household Income | 10,433 | $42,454 |
| Mean Household Income | 10,433 | $56,391 |
| Income Deficit | 6,993 | $10,514 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 28,255 | 19.15% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 28,255 | 80.85¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 28,255 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Dillon County
Average Earnings in Dillon County are $30,254, $34,475 for men and $27,872 for women, a difference of 19.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,764 (46.3%) | $34,475 |
| Female | 6,682 (53.7%) | $27,872 |
| Total | 12,446 (100.0%) | $30,254 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dillon County
The most common earnings brackets in Dillon County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (584 | 10.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (919 | 13.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 268 (4.6%) | 514 (7.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 275 (4.8%) | 179 (2.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 221 (3.8%) | 286 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 193 (3.4%) | 383 (5.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 168 (2.9%) | 282 (4.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 114 (2.0%) | 417 (6.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 203 (3.5%) | 264 (4.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 137 (2.4%) | 303 (4.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 127 (2.2%) | 201 (3.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 295 (5.1%) | 299 (4.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 496 (8.6%) | 551 (8.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 444 (7.7%) | 919 (13.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 319 (5.5%) | 339 (5.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 507 (8.8%) | 311 (4.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 210 (3.6%) | 247 (3.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 257 (4.5%) | 96 (1.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 230 (4.0%) | 288 (4.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 259 (4.5%) | 324 (4.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 584 (10.1%) | 344 (5.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 457 (7.9%) | 135 (2.0%) |
| Total | 5,764 (100.0%) | 6,682 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dillon County
Average earnings in Dillon County are $38,562 for men and $31,700 for women, a difference of 17.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,417, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,792. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,313, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,923.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $29,792 | $29,614 |
| High School Diploma | $35,600 | $24,923 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $44,267 | $33,410 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,852 | $61,313 |
| Graduate Degree | $70,417 | $40,037 |
| Total | $38,562 | $31,700 |
Family Income in Dillon County
Family Income Brackets in Dillon County
According to the Dillon County family income data, there are 1,112 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 15.9% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 231 families (3.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 573 | 8.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 608 | 8.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 608 | 8.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 797 | 11.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,028 | 14.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,112 | 15.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 741 | 10.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 944 | 13.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 343 | 4.9% |
| $200,000+ | 231 | 3.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dillon County
5-person families (571 | 8.2%) account for the highest median family income in Dillon County with $76,806 per family, while 2-person families (3,224 | 46.1%) have the highest median income of $23,049 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,224 (46.1%) | $46,098 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,707 (24.4%) | $43,807 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,234 (17.6%) | $53,452 |
| 5-Person Families | 571 (8.2%) | $76,806 |
| 6-Person Families | 139 (2.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 118 (1.7%) | $42,431 |
| Total | 6,993 (100.0%) | $48,272 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Dillon County
The median family income in Dillon County is $48,272, with families comprising 3+ earners (723) having the highest median family income of $99,554, while families with no earners (1,303) have the lowest median family income of $27,891, accounting for 10.3% and 18.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,303 (18.6%) | $27,891 |
| 1 Earner | 2,897 (41.4%) | $34,851 |
| 2 Earners | 2,070 (29.6%) | $83,882 |
| 3+ Earners | 723 (10.3%) | $99,554 |
| Total | 6,993 (100.0%) | $48,272 |
Household Income in Dillon County
Household Income Brackets in Dillon County
With 1,596 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Dillon County, accounting for 15.3% of all households. In contrast, only 230 households (2.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,346 | 12.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 887 | 8.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,106 | 10.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,273 | 12.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,596 | 15.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,481 | 14.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 981 | 9.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,158 | 11.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 376 | 3.6% |
| $200,000+ | 230 | 2.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Dillon County
The median household income in Dillon County is $42,454, with the highest median household income of $43,974 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,919 households (28.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 328 households (3.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 328 (3.1%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,919 (28.0%) | $43,974 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,116 (39.5%) | $43,800 |
| 65+ Years | 3,070 (29.4%) | $37,500 |
| Total | 10,433 (100.0%) | $42,454 |
Poverty in Dillon County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dillon County
With 30.6% poverty level for males and 32.5% for females among the residents of Dillon County, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 720 males (65.8%) and 686 females (53.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 720 (65.8%) | 459 (50.2%) |
| 5 Years | 25 (26.9%) | 28 (20.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 567 (40.4%) | 458 (43.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 227 (48.4%) | 322 (44.4%) |
| 15 Years | 46 (40.7%) | 132 (49.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 172 (34.7%) | 83 (26.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 356 (31.0%) | 686 (53.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 299 (18.7%) | 634 (35.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 294 (19.6%) | 373 (21.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 561 (35.0%) | 473 (26.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 477 (27.2%) | 387 (19.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 159 (12.6%) | 494 (30.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 125 (20.2%) | 262 (23.5%) |
| Total | 4,028 (30.6%) | 4,791 (32.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dillon County
According to the poverty statistics in Dillon County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 87.4% of males and 80.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 374 (34.2%) | 455 (49.8%) |
| 5 Years | 68 (73.1%) | 108 (79.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 837 (59.6%) | 587 (56.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 242 (51.6%) | 403 (55.6%) |
| 15 Years | 67 (59.3%) | 136 (50.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 324 (65.3%) | 233 (73.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 794 (69.0%) | 597 (46.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,298 (81.3%) | 1,156 (64.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,205 (80.4%) | 1,371 (78.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,042 (65.0%) | 1,328 (73.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,274 (72.8%) | 1,611 (80.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,101 (87.4%) | 1,122 (69.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 495 (79.8%) | 853 (76.5%) |
| Total | 9,121 (69.4%) | 9,960 (67.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dillon County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dillon County show that 12.3% or 467 of the total 3,804 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 87.9%, comprising of 29 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 11.1%, which includes 133 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,177 (88.6%) | 281 (11.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,066 (88.9%) | 133 (11.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 90 (78.9%) | 24 (21.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 4 (12.1%) | 29 (87.9%) |
| Total | 3,337 (87.7%) | 467 (12.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dillon County
According to the poverty data in Dillon County, 29.5% or 173 single-father households and 44.9% or 1,168 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 54 households (36.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 325 households (58.9%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 97 (29.4%) | 225 (25.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 22 (20.2%) | 614 (53.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 54 (36.5%) | 325 (58.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (28.6%) |
| Total | 173 (29.5%) | 1,168 (44.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dillon County
The poverty data for Dillon County shows that 467 of the married-couple family households (12.3%) and 1,341 of the single-parent households (42.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (87.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 379 household (54.1%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 281 (11.4%) | 322 (26.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 133 (11.1%) | 636 (50.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 24 (21.0%) | 379 (54.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 29 (87.9%) | 4 (28.6%) |
| Total | 467 (12.3%) | 1,341 (42.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Dillon County
Employment by Class of Employer in Dillon County
Among the 11,149 employed individuals in Dillon County, private company employees (8,199 | 73.5%), state government employees (801 | 7.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (661 | 5.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 8,199 | 73.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 207 | 1.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 442 | 4.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 661 | 5.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 501 | 4.5% |
| State Government Employees | 801 | 7.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 335 | 3.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 3 | 0.0% |
| Total | 11,149 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Dillon County
According to the labor force statistics for Dillon County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (21,947), 55.6% or 12,203 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.2% or 879 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.6% or 1,478 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.0% or 262 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 594 (43.4%) | 112 (18.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,140 (60.5%) | 262 (23.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,459 (81.8%) | 123 (8.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,478 (89.6%) | 78 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,493 (76.2%) | 204 (8.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,288 (66.6%) | 48 (2.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,221 (60.6%) | 35 (2.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 785 (44.8%) | 17 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 591 (20.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 148 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,203 (55.6%) | 879 (7.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dillon County
According to labor force statistics for Dillon County, 69.9% of individuals (9,722) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (13,909) are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 506 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.1% or 1,369 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.9% or 95 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,208 (49.8%) | 192 (7.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,205 (68.4%) | 197 (3.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,947 (79.1%) | 216 (5.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,369 (85.1%) | 124 (7.7%) |
| Total | 9,722 (69.9%) | 723 (5.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Dillon County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dillon County are Management (720 | 6.4%), Community & Social Service (709 | 6.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (674 | 6.0%), Education Instruction & Library (545 | 4.8%), and Health Technologists (392 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dillon County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (90.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (95.4%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (95.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 436 (60.6%) | 284 (39.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 47 (26.3%) | 132 (73.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 99 (90.8%) | 10 (9.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 20 (66.7%) | 10 (33.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 79 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 103 (14.5%) | 606 (85.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 33 (27.7%) | 86 (72.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 65 (11.9%) | 480 (88.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 2 (4.8%) | 40 (95.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 57 (8.5%) | 617 (91.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 18 (4.6%) | 374 (95.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 742 (31.0%) | 1,649 (69.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,241 (46.4%) | 6,055 (53.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Dillon County are Food Preparation & Serving (596 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (595 | 5.3%), Healthcare Support (247 | 2.2%), Personal Care & Service (234 | 2.1%), and Security & Protection (179 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Dillon County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (99.0%), Security & Protection (92.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (84.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.7%), Personal Care & Service (74.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (73.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 23 (9.3%) | 224 (90.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 165 (92.2%) | 14 (7.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 70 (84.3%) | 13 (15.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 95 (99.0%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 160 (26.9%) | 436 (73.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 248 (41.7%) | 347 (58.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 60 (25.6%) | 174 (74.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 656 (35.4%) | 1,195 (64.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,241 (46.4%) | 6,055 (53.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dillon County are Office & Administration (1,428 | 12.6%), and Sales & Related (1,266 | 11.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 304 (24.0%) | 962 (76.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 417 (29.2%) | 1,011 (70.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 721 (26.8%) | 1,973 (73.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,241 (46.4%) | 6,055 (53.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dillon County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (695 | 6.1%), Construction & Extraction (424 | 3.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (256 | 2.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 221 (86.3%) | 35 (13.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 422 (99.5%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 655 (94.2%) | 40 (5.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,298 (94.4%) | 77 (5.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,241 (46.4%) | 6,055 (53.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dillon County are Production (1,406 | 12.4%), Material Moving (918 | 8.1%), and Transportation (661 | 5.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 641 (45.6%) | 765 (54.4%) |
| Transportation | 557 (84.3%) | 104 (15.7%) |
| Material Moving | 626 (68.2%) | 292 (31.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,824 (61.1%) | 1,161 (38.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,241 (46.4%) | 6,055 (53.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Dillon County
Employment Industries in Dillon County
The major employment industries in Dillon County include Manufacturing (2,122 | 18.8%), Retail Trade (2,066 | 18.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,599 | 14.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (860 | 7.6%), and Educational Services (806 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dillon County
The Dillon County industries that see more men than women are Construction (97.2%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (91.7%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (86.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (93.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (82.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 365 (91.7%) | 33 (8.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 511 (97.2%) | 15 (2.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,192 (56.2%) | 930 (43.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 184 (84.4%) | 34 (15.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 946 (45.8%) | 1,120 (54.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 437 (61.4%) | 275 (38.6%) |
| Utilities | 101 (78.9%) | 27 (21.1%) |
| Information | 21 (58.3%) | 15 (41.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 20 (6.4%) | 295 (93.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 57 (64.8%) | 31 (35.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 20 (22.7%) | 68 (77.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 234 (68.2%) | 109 (31.8%) |
| Educational Services | 150 (18.6%) | 656 (81.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 303 (19.0%) | 1,296 (81.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 32 (86.5%) | 5 (13.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 155 (18.0%) | 705 (82.0%) |
| Public Administration | 185 (48.6%) | 196 (51.4%) |
| Total | 5,241 (46.4%) | 6,055 (53.6%) |
Education in Dillon County
School Enrollment in Dillon County
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,112 students in Dillon County are elementary school (1,732 | 28.3%), high school (1,466 | 24.0%), and middle school (1,453 | 23.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 421 | 6.9% |
| Kindergarten | 195 | 3.2% |
| Elementary School | 1,732 | 28.3% |
| Middle School | 1,453 | 23.8% |
| High School | 1,466 | 24.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 677 | 11.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 168 | 2.8% |
| Total | 6,112 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dillon County
Out of a total of 6,112 students who are enrolled in schools in Dillon County, 837 (13.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,275 (86.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 61 (33.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 973 (93.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 238 (66.7%) | 119 (33.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,221 (81.7%) | 273 (18.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,031 (92.4%) | 166 (7.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 973 (93.7%) | 65 (6.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 274 (89.5%) | 32 (10.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 229 (81.8%) | 51 (18.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 121 (66.5%) | 61 (33.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 187 (72.5%) | 71 (27.5%) |
| Total | 5,275 (86.3%) | 837 (13.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dillon County
Education (773 | 33.6%), business (370 | 16.1%), science & technology (286 | 12.4%), social sciences (236 | 10.3%), and arts & humanities (157 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 2,299 individuals in Dillon County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 70 | 3.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 62 | 2.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 92 | 4.0% |
| Psychology | 44 | 1.9% |
| Social Sciences | 236 | 10.3% |
| Engineering | 20 | 0.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 286 | 12.4% |
| Business | 370 | 16.1% |
| Education | 773 | 33.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 25 | 1.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 85 | 3.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 57 | 2.5% |
| Communications | 22 | 1.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 157 | 6.8% |
| Total | 2,299 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Dillon County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dillon County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dillon County are males with 2 vehicles (1,535, accounting for 29.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,617, making up 25.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 355 (6.9%) | 288 (4.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,134 (22.0%) | 1,920 (32.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,535 (29.7%) | 1,617 (27.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,345 (26.1%) | 1,473 (24.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 503 (9.7%) | 447 (7.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 290 (5.6%) | 213 (3.6%) |
| Total | 5,162 (100.0%) | 5,958 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Dillon County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dillon County are 15 to 19 minutes (2,098 commuters, 19.6%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,873 commuters, 17.5%), and 45 to 59 minutes (1,442 commuters, 13.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 636 | 5.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,248 | 11.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,873 | 17.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,098 | 19.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 879 | 8.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 445 | 4.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 884 | 8.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 313 | 2.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 350 | 3.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,442 | 13.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 356 | 3.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 171 | 1.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Dillon County
The most common commute times in Dillon County are 15 to 19 minutes (1,018 commuters, 20.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,102 commuters, 19.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 300 (5.9%) | 336 (6.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 542 (10.7%) | 706 (12.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 771 (15.2%) | 1,102 (19.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,018 (20.1%) | 1,080 (19.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 365 (7.2%) | 514 (9.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 217 (4.3%) | 228 (4.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 472 (9.3%) | 412 (7.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 121 (2.4%) | 192 (3.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 68 (1.3%) | 282 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 805 (15.9%) | 637 (11.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 238 (4.7%) | 118 (2.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 153 (3.0%) | 18 (0.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dillon County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Dillon County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (751, 14.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,007, 17.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 457 (9.0%) | 126 (2.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 230 (4.5%) | 97 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 259 (5.1%) | 265 (4.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 751 (14.8%) | 391 (7.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 453 (8.9%) | 760 (13.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 638 (12.6%) | 1,007 (17.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 671 (13.2%) | 553 (9.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 496 (9.8%) | 633 (11.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 97 (1.9%) | 166 (2.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 55 (1.1%) | 293 (5.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 37 (0.7%) | 84 (1.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 29 (0.6%) | 21 (0.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 332 (6.6%) | 422 (7.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 565 (11.1%) | 807 (14.3%) |
| Total | 5,070 (100.0%) | 5,625 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Dillon County
Occupancy by Ownership in Dillon County
Of the total 10,433 dwellings in Dillon County, owner-occupied units account for 5,905 (56.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,528 (43.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,905 | 56.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 4,528 | 43.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 10,433 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Dillon County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,973 | 28.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,362 | 32.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,890 | 18.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,208 | 21.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 10,433 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dillon County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,392 (46.8%) | 1,581 (53.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,254 (67.0%) | 1,108 (33.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,066 (56.4%) | 824 (43.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,193 (54.0%) | 1,015 (46.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,905 (56.6%) | 4,528 (43.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dillon County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,142 (50.2%) | 1,131 (49.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,071 (51.3%) | 1,965 (48.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,682 (58.5%) | 1,192 (41.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,010 (80.8%) | 240 (19.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dillon County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,866 | 17.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,381 | 13.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,065 | 19.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,051 | 19.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,860 | 17.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 950 | 9.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 260 | 2.5% |
| Total | 10,433 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Dillon County
Median Income by Occupancy in Dillon County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,905 (56.6%) | $51,973 |
| Renter-Occupied | 4,528 (43.4%) | $25,245 |
| Average | 10,433 (100.0%) | $42,454 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dillon County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 273 (4.6%) | 569 (12.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 205 (3.5%) | 296 (6.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 298 (5.1%) | 588 (13.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 172 (2.9%) | 344 (7.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 138 (2.3%) | 457 (10.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 631 (10.7%) | 643 (14.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,080 (18.3%) | 513 (11.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 969 (16.4%) | 515 (11.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 629 (10.6%) | 350 (7.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 963 (16.3%) | 191 (4.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 547 (9.3%) | 62 (1.4%) |
| Total | 5,905 (100.0%) | 4,528 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dillon County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,309 (22.2%) | 157 (3.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,852 (31.4%) | 275 (6.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,075 (18.2%) | 1,533 (33.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 507 (8.6%) | 669 (14.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 634 (10.7%) | 358 (7.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 356 (6.0%) | 31 (0.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 83 (1.4%) | 10 (0.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 60 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 29 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,905 (100.0%) | 4,528 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Dillon County
Housing Structures in Dillon County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,983 | 57.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 76 | 0.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 124 | 1.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 290 | 2.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 375 | 3.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 15 | 0.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3,570 | 34.2% |
| Total | 10,433 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dillon County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,158 (69.5%) | 1,825 (30.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 57 (75.0%) | 19 (25.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1 (0.8%) | 123 (99.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 290 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 375 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,689 (47.3%) | 1,881 (52.7%) |
| Total | 5,905 (56.6%) | 4,528 (43.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dillon County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 6 (0.1%) | 207 (4.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 175 (3.0%) | 676 (14.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,201 (37.3%) | 2,263 (50.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,582 (43.7%) | 1,132 (25.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 941 (15.9%) | 250 (5.5%) |
| Total | 5,905 (100.0%) | 4,528 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dillon County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 267 (4.5%) | 215 (4.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 337 (5.7%) | 262 (5.8%) |
| Electricity | 5,136 (87.0%) | 3,863 (85.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 68 (1.1%) | 167 (3.7%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 35 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 62 (1.1%) | 21 (0.5%) |
| Total | 5,905 (100.0%) | 4,528 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Dillon County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 171 (2.9%) | 940 (20.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,443 (24.4%) | 2,366 (52.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,260 (38.3%) | 758 (16.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,031 (34.4%) | 464 (10.2%) |
| Total | 5,905 (100.0%) | 4,528 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Dillon County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dillon County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,981 | 1,924 |
| Median Property Value | $74,100 | $119,100 |
| Median Household Income | $44,961 | $303 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $364 | $29 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $390 | $46 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dillon County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,407 (35.3%) | 150 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,057 (26.6%) | 668 (34.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,300 (32.7%) | 923 (48.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 141 (3.5%) | 161 (8.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 2 (0.1%) | 19 (1.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 25 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 49 (1.2%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| Total | 3,981 (100.0%) | 1,924 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dillon County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 401 (10.1%) | 63 (3.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 497 (12.5%) | 77 (4.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 480 (12.1%) | 111 (5.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 869 (21.8%) | 151 (7.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 621 (15.6%) | 211 (11.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 365 (9.2%) | 348 (18.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 504 (12.7%) | 264 (13.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 244 (6.1%) | 459 (23.9%) |
| Total | 3,981 (100.0%) | 1,924 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dillon County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,216 (55.7%) | 80,227 (4,169.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 565 (14.2%) | 1,328 (69.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 323 (8.1%) | 228 (11.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 786 (19.7%) | 87 (4.5%) |
| Total | 3,981 (100.0%) | 1,924 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dillon County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,804 (70.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 521 (13.1%) | 1,225 (63.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 248 (6.2%) | 442 (23.0%) |
| Total | 3,981 (100.0%) | 1,924 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Dillon County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dillon County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,210 (98.2%) | 41 (1.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,742 (93.0%) | 357 (7.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,458 (59.2%) | 1,005 (40.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,570 (82.2%) | 557 (17.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,414 (74.4%) | 829 (25.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,712 (80.2%) | 668 (19.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,040 (81.1%) | 709 (18.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,863 (99.6%) | 13 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,731 (99.8%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| Total | 23,740 (85.0%) | 4,183 (15.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dillon County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,210 (98.2%) | 41 (1.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,742 (93.0%) | 357 (7.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,458 (59.2%) | 1,005 (40.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dillon County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,557 (78.5%) | 1,523 (21.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 6,617 (82.4%) | 1,418 (17.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,589 (88.4%) | 470 (11.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,354 (89.4%) | 279 (10.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,532 (91.9%) | 485 (8.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dillon County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,758 (78.1%) | 480 (21.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,464 (67.9%) | 1,384 (27.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 803 (32.6%) | 676 (27.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 948 (30.3%) | 1,872 (59.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 713 (22.0%) | 1,736 (53.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,000 (29.6%) | 1,907 (56.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,151 (30.7%) | 2,000 (53.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,799 (97.3%) | 1,270 (44.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,730 (99.7%) | 895 (51.6%) |
| Total | 14,366 (51.4%) | 12,220 (43.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dillon County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 12 (1.1%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 146 (5.6%) | 22 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 259 (9.4%) | 135 (4.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,259 (26.1%) | 902 (16.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 282 (22.4%) | 665 (41.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 336 (54.2%) | 675 (60.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dillon County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 11 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 139 (5.1%) | 18 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 228 (4.7%) | 94 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 150 (11.9%) | 83 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 242 (39.0%) | 131 (11.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.2%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 346 (7.2%) | 130 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 42 (3.3%) | 107 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (11.0%) | 93 (8.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 142 (5.5%) | 17 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 122 (4.4%) | 84 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 349 (7.2%) | 251 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (2.3%) | 137 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 108 (17.4%) | 173 (15.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 52 (2.0%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 47 (1.7%) | 47 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 779 (16.1%) | 537 (9.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 124 (9.8%) | 535 (33.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 246 (39.7%) | 520 (46.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 61 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.1%) | 21 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 241 (5.0%) | 98 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (2.6%) | 258 (16.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 45 (7.3%) | 253 (22.7%) |
Technology Access in Dillon County
Computing Device Access in Dillon County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,015 | 48.1% |
| Smartphone | 7,534 | 72.2% |
| Tablet | 4,653 | 44.6% |
| No Computing Device | 2,333 | 22.4% |
| Total | 10,433 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Dillon County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 29 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 2,873 | 27.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,103 | 20.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,697 | 16.3% |
| No Internet | 4,027 | 38.6% |
| Total | 10,433 | 100.0% |
Dillon County Summary
Dillon County is located in the northeastern corner of South Carolina, and is bordered by North Carolina to the north, Marlboro County to the east, Florence County to the south, and Marion County to the west. The county seat is Dillon, and the county is named for James W. Dillon, a state senator and Confederate officer. The population of Dillon County was 32,062 in the 2010 census, and the population density was 57.3 people per square mile.
History
Dillon County was formed in 1910 from parts of Marion and Marlboro counties. The county was named for James W. Dillon, a state senator and Confederate officer. The county seat is Dillon, which was named for the same man.
The area that is now Dillon County was originally inhabited by the Pee Dee Indians. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1700s, and the county was officially established in 1910.
The county was largely rural until the 1950s, when the economy began to shift from agriculture to manufacturing. The county has since become a major center for manufacturing, with companies such as International Paper, Sonoco Products, and Dixie-Narco located in the area.
Geography
Dillon County is located in the northeastern corner of South Carolina, and is bordered by North Carolina to the north, Marlboro County to the east, Florence County to the south, and Marion County to the west. The county covers an area of 441 square miles, and is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Little Pee Dee River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The climate of Dillon County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 48 inches.
Economy
The economy of Dillon County is largely based on manufacturing. The county is home to several major manufacturing companies, including International Paper, Sonoco Products, and Dixie-Narco. The county also has a thriving agricultural sector, with crops such as cotton, soybeans, and corn being grown in the area.
The unemployment rate in Dillon County was 5.2% in 2019, which is lower than the national average of 3.7%. The median household income in the county was $37,845 in 2019, which is lower than the national average of $61,937.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Dillon County was 32,062. The population density was 57.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 57.3% White, 37.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.3% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median age in Dillon County was 38.2 years, and the median household income was $37,845. The per capita income was $17,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Dillon County?
Total Population of Dillon County is 28,255.
What is the Total Male Population of Dillon County?
Total Male Population of Dillon County is 13,381.
What is the Total Female Population of Dillon County?
Total Female Population of Dillon County is 14,874.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dillon County?
There are 89.96 Males per 100 Females in Dillon County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dillon County?
There are 111.16 Females per 100 Males in Dillon County.
What is the Median Population Age in Dillon County?
Median Population Age in Dillon County is 37.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dillon County
Average Family Size in Dillon County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dillon County
Average Household Size in Dillon County is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dillon County?
Per Capita income in Dillon County is $21,736.
What is the Median Family Income in Dillon County?
Median Family Income in Dillon County is $48,272.
What is the Median Household income in Dillon County?
Median Household Income in Dillon County is $42,454.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dillon County?
Income or Wage Gap in Dillon County is 19.2%.
Women in Dillon County earn 80.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Dillon County?
Family Income Deficit in Dillon County is $10,514.
Families that are below poverty line in Dillon County earn $10,514 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dillon County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dillon County is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dillon County?
There are 12,203 People in the Labor Forcein in Dillon County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dillon County?
55.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Dillon County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dillon County?
Unemployment Rate in Dillon County is 7.2%.