Saluda County, SC
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18,952
TOTAL POPULATION
9,903
MALE POPULATION
9,049
FEMALE POPULATION
109.44
MALES / 100 FEMALES
91.38
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,912
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,663
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,041
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
15.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
84.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,774
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,366
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Saluda County Area Codes
Race in Saluda County
The most populous races in Saluda County are White / Caucasian (11,535 | 60.9%), Black / African American (4,369 | 23.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (3,056 | 16.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 47 | 0.3% |
| Black / African American | 4,369 | 23.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3,056 | 16.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 134 | 0.7% |
| White / Caucasian | 11,535 | 60.9% |
| Two or more Races | 1,891 | 10.0% |
| Some other Race | 976 | 5.1% |
| Total | 18,952 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Saluda County
The most populous ancestries reported in Saluda County are American (2,465 | 13.0%), English (1,707 | 9.0%), Mexican (1,515 | 8.0%), Central American (1,259 | 6.6%), and Guatemalan (1,228 | 6.5%), together accounting for 43.1% of all Saluda County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 121 | 0.6% |
| American | 2,465 | 13.0% |
| Arab | 21 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 15 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 14 | 0.1% |
| British | 4 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 1,259 | 6.6% |
| Central American Indian | 29 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 16 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 121 | 0.6% |
| Eastern European | 7 | 0.0% |
| English | 1,707 | 9.0% |
| European | 209 | 1.1% |
| Finnish | 13 | 0.1% |
| French | 69 | 0.4% |
| French Canadian | 55 | 0.3% |
| German | 1,155 | 6.1% |
| Greek | 28 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 1,228 | 6.5% |
| Hungarian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,066 | 5.6% |
| Israeli | 42 | 0.2% |
| Italian | 203 | 1.1% |
| Jamaican | 16 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 79 | 0.4% |
| Lithuanian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,515 | 8.0% |
| Mexican American Indian | 79 | 0.4% |
| Nigerian | 28 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 69 | 0.4% |
| Peruvian | 71 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 99 | 0.5% |
| Portuguese | 7 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 90 | 0.5% |
| Russian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 31 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 139 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 274 | 1.5% |
| South American | 71 | 0.4% |
| Spanish | 1 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 149 | 0.8% |
| Swedish | 107 | 0.6% |
| Swiss | 40 | 0.2% |
| Syrian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 12 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 57 | 0.3% |
| West Indian | 5 | 0.0% | View All 50 Rows |
Immigrants in Saluda County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Saluda County came from Latin America (1,151 | 6.1%), Central America (1,041 | 5.5%), Mexico (709 | 3.7%), Guatemala (301 | 1.6%), and Asia (116 | 0.6%), together accounting for 17.5% of all Saluda County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 15 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 116 | 0.6% |
| Brazil | 30 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 9 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 1,041 | 5.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 18 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 31 | 0.2% |
| England | 12 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 48 | 0.3% |
| Guatemala | 301 | 1.6% |
| Iran | 69 | 0.4% |
| Italy | 6 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 1,151 | 6.1% |
| Mexico | 709 | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | 12 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 15 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 12 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 71 | 0.4% |
| Philippines | 47 | 0.3% |
| South America | 101 | 0.5% |
| South Central Asia | 69 | 0.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 47 | 0.3% |
| Southern Europe | 6 | 0.0% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 9 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 18 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 15 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 12 | 0.1% | View All 27 Rows |
Sex and Age in Saluda County
Sex and Age in Saluda County
The most populous age groups in Saluda County are 55 to 59 Years (804 | 8.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (759 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 712 (7.2%) | 388 (4.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 583 (5.9%) | 535 (5.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 762 (7.7%) | 440 (4.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 753 (7.6%) | 553 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 390 (3.9%) | 515 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 536 (5.4%) | 452 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 465 (4.7%) | 475 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 600 (6.1%) | 535 (5.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 627 (6.3%) | 511 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 630 (6.4%) | 596 (6.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 660 (6.7%) | 602 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 804 (8.1%) | 632 (7.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 638 (6.4%) | 759 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 617 (6.2%) | 613 (6.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 454 (4.6%) | 467 (5.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 273 (2.8%) | 442 (4.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 198 (2.0%) | 242 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 201 (2.0%) | 292 (3.2%) |
| Total | 9,903 (100.0%) | 9,049 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Saluda County
Median Family Size in Saluda County
The median family size in Saluda County is 2.96 persons per family, with single female/mother families (860 | 15.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.11 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (4,050 | 74.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.92 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,050 (74.1%) | 2.92 |
| Single Male/Father | 553 (10.1%) | 2.98 |
| Single Female/Mother | 860 (15.7%) | 3.11 |
| Total Families | 5,463 (100.0%) | 2.96 |
Median Household Size in Saluda County
The median household size in Saluda County is 2.52 persons per household, with single female/mother households (860 | 11.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.37 persons per household. non-family households (1,902 | 25.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,050 (55.0%) | 2.92 |
| Single Male/Father | 553 (7.5%) | 3.22 |
| Single Female/Mother | 860 (11.7%) | 3.37 |
| Non-family | 1,902 (25.8%) | 1.07 |
| Total Households | 7,365 (100.0%) | 2.52 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Saluda County
Out of a total of 7,365 households in Saluda County, 5,463 (74.2%) are family households, while 1,902 (25.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,784, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,790.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,790 (24.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,784 (37.8%) | 106 (1.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,231 (16.7%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 769 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 278 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 358 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 43 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,463 (74.2%) | 1,902 (25.8%) |
Female Fertility in Saluda County
Fertility by Age in Saluda County
Average fertility rate in Saluda County is 69.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 58.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 16 (6.2%) | 29.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 151 (58.3%) | 105.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 92 (35.5%) | 53.0 |
| Total | 259 (100.0%) | 69.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Saluda County
76.1% of women with births (259) in Saluda County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 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 35 to 50 years age bracket with 6.5% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 111 (73.5%) | 40 (26.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 86 (93.5%) | 6 (6.5%) |
| Total | 197 (76.1%) | 62 (23.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Saluda County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 16 (6.2%) | 19.0 |
| High School Diploma | 132 (51.0%) | 124.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (2.7%) | 19.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 104 (40.2%) | 276.0 |
| Total | 259 (100.0%) | 69.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Saluda County
23.9% of women with births in Saluda 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%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 86 (65.1%) | 46 (34.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 104 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 197 (76.1%) | 62 (23.9%) |
Income in Saluda County
Income Overview in Saluda County
Per Capita Income in Saluda County is $27,912, while median incomes of families and households are $61,663 and $51,041 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 18,952 | $27,912 |
| Median Family Income | 5,463 | $61,663 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,463 | $77,809 |
| Median Household Income | 7,365 | $51,041 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,365 | $68,901 |
| Income Deficit | 5,463 | $7,774 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 18,952 | 15.53% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 18,952 | 84.47¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 18,952 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Saluda County
Average Earnings in Saluda County are $34,466, $37,440 for men and $31,627 for women, a difference of 15.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,940 (56.2%) | $37,440 |
| Female | 3,856 (43.8%) | $31,627 |
| Total | 8,796 (100.0%) | $34,466 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Saluda County
The most common earnings brackets in Saluda County are $5,000 to $7,499 for men (441 | 8.9%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (451 | 11.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 221 (4.5%) | 157 (4.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 247 (5.0%) | 245 (6.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 441 (8.9%) | 212 (5.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 50 (1.0%) | 95 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 96 (1.9%) | 217 (5.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 113 (2.3%) | 280 (7.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 133 (2.7%) | 98 (2.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 185 (3.7%) | 70 (1.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 175 (3.5%) | 195 (5.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 138 (2.8%) | 99 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 304 (6.1%) | 191 (5.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 244 (4.9%) | 261 (6.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 246 (5.0%) | 179 (4.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 316 (6.4%) | 118 (3.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 194 (3.9%) | 451 (11.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 292 (5.9%) | 134 (3.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 392 (7.9%) | 236 (6.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 378 (7.6%) | 347 (9.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 396 (8.0%) | 121 (3.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 379 (7.7%) | 150 (3.9%) |
| Total | 4,940 (100.0%) | 3,856 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Saluda County
Average earnings in Saluda County are $41,411 for men and $37,400 for women, a difference of 9.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,244, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $31,250. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,475, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $14,261.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $33,676 | $14,261 |
| High School Diploma | $40,495 | $31,719 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $31,250 | $36,186 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,700 | $48,475 |
| Graduate Degree | $62,244 | $47,466 |
| Total | $41,411 | $37,400 |
Family Income in Saluda County
Family Income Brackets in Saluda County
According to the Saluda County family income data, there are 1,065 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 186 families (3.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 246 | 4.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 186 | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 552 | 10.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 322 | 5.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 940 | 17.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,065 | 19.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 759 | 13.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 776 | 14.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 426 | 7.8% |
| $200,000+ | 186 | 3.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Saluda County
5-person families (247 | 4.5%) account for the highest median family income in Saluda County with $81,458 per family, while 2-person families (3,003 | 55.0%) have the highest median income of $30,334 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,003 (55.0%) | $60,669 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,081 (19.8%) | $56,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 731 (13.4%) | $71,387 |
| 5-Person Families | 247 (4.5%) | $81,458 |
| 6-Person Families | 370 (6.8%) | $39,919 |
| 7+ Person Families | 31 (0.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 5,463 (100.0%) | $61,663 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Saluda County
The median family income in Saluda County is $61,663, with families comprising 2 earners (1,917) having the highest median family income of $88,049, while families with no earners (1,161) have the lowest median family income of $31,083, accounting for 35.1% and 21.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,161 (21.2%) | $31,083 |
| 1 Earner | 1,875 (34.3%) | $51,270 |
| 2 Earners | 1,917 (35.1%) | $88,049 |
| 3+ Earners | 510 (9.3%) | $71,346 |
| Total | 5,463 (100.0%) | $61,663 |
Household Income in Saluda County
Household Income Brackets in Saluda County
With 1,333 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Saluda County, accounting for 18.1% of all households. In contrast, only 206 households (2.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 383 | 5.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 435 | 5.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 921 | 12.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 700 | 9.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,164 | 15.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,333 | 18.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 876 | 11.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 869 | 11.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 471 | 6.4% |
| $200,000+ | 206 | 2.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Saluda County
The median household income in Saluda County is $51,041, with the highest median household income of $63,792 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,937 households (39.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,933, with 243 households (3.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 243 (3.3%) | $32,933 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,928 (26.2%) | $53,788 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,937 (39.9%) | $63,792 |
| 65+ Years | 2,257 (30.6%) | $41,477 |
| Total | 7,365 (100.0%) | $51,041 |
Poverty in Saluda County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Saluda County
With 19.2% poverty level for males and 16.5% for females among the residents of Saluda County, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 224 males (32.0%) and 43 females (47.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 224 (32.0%) | 72 (18.6%) |
| 5 Years | 17 (16.4%) | 3 (5.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 194 (25.9%) | 116 (18.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 34 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 7 (10.9%) | 43 (47.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 59 (23.5%) | 75 (26.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 192 (23.2%) | 176 (25.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 150 (15.1%) | 203 (21.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 285 (23.2%) | 181 (17.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 307 (23.8%) | 178 (14.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 208 (14.7%) | 185 (13.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 158 (14.8%) | 92 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 50 (7.6%) | 139 (16.7%) |
| Total | 1,885 (19.2%) | 1,463 (16.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Saluda County
According to the poverty statistics in Saluda County, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.1% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 476 (68.0%) | 316 (81.4%) |
| 5 Years | 87 (83.7%) | 56 (94.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 554 (74.1%) | 497 (81.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 459 (93.1%) | 293 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 57 (89.1%) | 47 (52.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 192 (76.5%) | 210 (73.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 636 (76.8%) | 517 (74.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 846 (84.9%) | 724 (78.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 942 (76.8%) | 859 (82.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 983 (76.2%) | 1,020 (85.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,208 (85.3%) | 1,200 (86.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 909 (85.2%) | 975 (91.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 607 (92.4%) | 692 (83.3%) |
| Total | 7,956 (80.8%) | 7,406 (83.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Saluda County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Saluda County show that 12.6% or 511 of the total 4,050 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 24.6%, comprising of 294 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,359 (91.9%) | 209 (8.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 901 (75.4%) | 294 (24.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 258 (97.0%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,539 (87.4%) | 511 (12.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Saluda County
According to the poverty data in Saluda County, 33.6% or 186 single-father households and 30.9% or 266 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 3 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 202 households (56.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 16 (8.1%) | 39 (10.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 162 (46.6%) | 202 (56.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (100.0%) | 25 (20.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 186 (33.6%) | 266 (30.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Saluda County
The poverty data for Saluda County shows that 511 of the married-couple family households (12.6%) and 452 of the single-parent households (32.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 294 households (24.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 364 household (51.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 209 (8.1%) | 55 (9.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 294 (24.6%) | 364 (51.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 8 (3.0%) | 28 (22.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (41.7%) |
| Total | 511 (12.6%) | 452 (32.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Saluda County
Employment by Class of Employer in Saluda County
Among the 7,725 employed individuals in Saluda County, private company employees (5,164 | 66.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (643 | 8.3%), and local government employees (630 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,164 | 66.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 359 | 4.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 643 | 8.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 292 | 3.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 630 | 8.2% |
| State Government Employees | 429 | 5.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 171 | 2.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 37 | 0.5% |
| Total | 7,725 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Saluda County
According to the labor force statistics for Saluda County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,378), 54.4% or 8,366 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 276 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 79.3% or 1,802 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.0% or 54 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 393 (34.1%) | 22 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 674 (74.5%) | 54 (8.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 771 (78.0%) | 39 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 714 (76.0%) | 19 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,802 (79.3%) | 32 (1.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,699 (68.3%) | 54 (3.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,087 (75.7%) | 45 (4.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 693 (49.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 469 (21.8%) | 10 (2.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (4.1%) | 2 (3.0%) |
| Total | 8,366 (54.4%) | 276 (3.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Saluda County
According to labor force statistics for Saluda County, 71.1% of individuals (6,770) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,522) are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 190 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 82.1% or 1,615 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.1% or 50 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 937 (61.5%) | 21 (1.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,286 (67.6%) | 101 (3.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,926 (72.7%) | 79 (3.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,615 (82.1%) | 61 (3.1%) |
| Total | 6,770 (71.1%) | 267 (2.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Saluda County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Saluda County are Management (684 | 8.5%), Community & Social Service (479 | 6.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (469 | 5.8%), Business & Financial (382 | 4.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (327 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Saluda County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (94.4%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (80.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Business & Financial (99.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (83.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 414 (60.5%) | 270 (39.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 3 (0.8%) | 379 (99.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 190 (74.5%) | 65 (25.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 18 (23.7%) | 58 (76.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 118 (94.4%) | 7 (5.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 143 (29.8%) | 336 (70.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 37 (47.4%) | 41 (52.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 53 (16.2%) | 274 (83.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 53 (80.3%) | 13 (19.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 123 (26.2%) | 346 (73.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 96 (32.4%) | 200 (67.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 873 (38.5%) | 1,396 (61.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,534 (56.4%) | 3,509 (43.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Saluda County are Food Preparation & Serving (687 | 8.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (406 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (299 | 3.7%), Security & Protection (127 | 1.6%), and Personal Care & Service (120 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Saluda County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (92.4%), Security & Protection (85.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (83.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (52.4%), and Personal Care & Service (51.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 50 (16.7%) | 249 (83.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 108 (85.0%) | 19 (15.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 10 (47.6%) | 11 (52.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 98 (92.4%) | 8 (7.5%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 447 (65.1%) | 240 (34.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 290 (71.4%) | 116 (28.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 58 (48.3%) | 62 (51.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 953 (58.2%) | 686 (41.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,534 (56.4%) | 3,509 (43.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Saluda County are Office & Administration (641 | 8.0%), and Sales & Related (525 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 101 (19.2%) | 424 (80.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 172 (26.8%) | 469 (73.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 273 (23.4%) | 893 (76.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,534 (56.4%) | 3,509 (43.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Saluda County are Construction & Extraction (424 | 5.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (424 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (212 | 2.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 150 (70.8%) | 62 (29.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 424 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 404 (95.3%) | 20 (4.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 978 (92.3%) | 82 (7.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,534 (56.4%) | 3,509 (43.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Saluda County are Production (1,088 | 13.5%), Material Moving (518 | 6.4%), and Transportation (303 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 754 (69.3%) | 334 (30.7%) |
| Transportation | 302 (99.7%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| Material Moving | 401 (77.4%) | 117 (22.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,457 (76.3%) | 452 (23.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,534 (56.4%) | 3,509 (43.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Saluda County
Employment Industries in Saluda County
The major employment industries in Saluda County include Manufacturing (1,519 | 18.9%), Retail Trade (902 | 11.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (890 | 11.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (619 | 7.7%), and Construction (541 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Saluda County
The Saluda County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (88.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (87.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (80.0%), and Educational Services (77.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 390 (87.3%) | 57 (12.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 476 (88.0%) | 65 (12.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,052 (69.3%) | 467 (30.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 190 (46.3%) | 220 (53.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 419 (46.5%) | 483 (53.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 178 (64.5%) | 98 (35.5%) |
| Utilities | 114 (77.0%) | 34 (23.0%) |
| Information | 38 (59.4%) | 26 (40.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 51 (33.3%) | 102 (66.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 9 (24.3%) | 28 (75.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 49 (34.5%) | 93 (65.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 303 (66.6%) | 152 (33.4%) |
| Educational Services | 101 (22.1%) | 356 (77.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 178 (20.0%) | 712 (80.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 76 (73.8%) | 27 (26.2%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 427 (69.0%) | 192 (31.0%) |
| Public Administration | 220 (45.6%) | 262 (54.4%) |
| Total | 4,534 (56.4%) | 3,509 (43.6%) |
Education in Saluda County
School Enrollment in Saluda County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,039 students in Saluda County are high school (1,122 | 27.8%), middle school (923 | 22.9%), and elementary school (913 | 22.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 206 | 5.1% |
| Kindergarten | 233 | 5.8% |
| Elementary School | 913 | 22.6% |
| Middle School | 923 | 22.9% |
| High School | 1,122 | 27.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 507 | 12.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 135 | 3.3% |
| Total | 4,039 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Saluda County
Out of a total of 4,039 students who are enrolled in schools in Saluda County, 606 (15.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,433 (85.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 254 (21.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 192 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 125 (89.3%) | 15 (10.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 916 (84.8%) | 164 (15.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 934 (78.6%) | 254 (21.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 618 (91.0%) | 61 (9.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 281 (85.2%) | 49 (14.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 227 (83.5%) | 45 (16.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 192 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 142 (89.9%) | 16 (10.1%) |
| Total | 3,433 (85.0%) | 606 (15.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Saluda County
Business (632 | 24.1%), education (475 | 18.1%), science & technology (251 | 9.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (193 | 7.4%), and literature & languages (186 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 2,617 individuals in Saluda County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 87 | 3.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 193 | 7.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 18 | 0.7% |
| Psychology | 144 | 5.5% |
| Social Sciences | 172 | 6.6% |
| Engineering | 172 | 6.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 251 | 9.6% |
| Business | 632 | 24.1% |
| Education | 475 | 18.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 186 | 7.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 57 | 2.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 62 | 2.4% |
| Communications | 16 | 0.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 152 | 5.8% |
| Total | 2,617 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Saluda County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Saluda County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Saluda County are males with 2 vehicles (1,857, accounting for 42.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,358, making up 56.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 206 (4.7%) | 85 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 513 (11.8%) | 475 (14.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,857 (42.7%) | 1,358 (40.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 922 (21.2%) | 894 (27.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 527 (12.1%) | 360 (10.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 325 (7.5%) | 145 (4.4%) |
| Total | 4,350 (100.0%) | 3,317 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Saluda County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Saluda County are 30 to 34 minutes (987 commuters, 13.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (924 commuters, 12.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (869 commuters, 11.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 394 | 5.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 483 | 6.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 924 | 12.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 764 | 10.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 869 | 11.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 258 | 3.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 987 | 13.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 280 | 3.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 518 | 7.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 830 | 11.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 645 | 8.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 432 | 5.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Saluda County
The most common commute times in Saluda County are 45 to 59 minutes (555 commuters, 13.1%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (516 commuters, 16.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 312 (7.4%) | 82 (2.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 244 (5.8%) | 239 (7.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 430 (10.2%) | 494 (15.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 449 (10.6%) | 315 (10.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 454 (10.7%) | 415 (13.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 162 (3.8%) | 96 (3.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 471 (11.1%) | 516 (16.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 129 (3.0%) | 151 (4.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 311 (7.3%) | 207 (6.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 555 (13.1%) | 275 (8.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 454 (10.7%) | 191 (6.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 265 (6.3%) | 167 (5.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Saluda County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Saluda County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (612, 14.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (541, 17.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 592 (14.0%) | 192 (6.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 196 (4.6%) | 13 (0.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 302 (7.1%) | 313 (9.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 612 (14.4%) | 331 (10.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 582 (13.7%) | 380 (12.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 528 (12.5%) | 541 (17.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 337 (8.0%) | 385 (12.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 197 (4.6%) | 351 (11.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 83 (2.0%) | 74 (2.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 191 (4.5%) | 97 (3.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 56 (1.3%) | 72 (2.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 56 (1.3%) | 43 (1.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 233 (5.5%) | 179 (5.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 271 (6.4%) | 177 (5.6%) |
| Total | 4,236 (100.0%) | 3,148 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Saluda County
Occupancy by Ownership in Saluda County
Of the total 7,365 dwellings in Saluda County, owner-occupied units account for 5,714 (77.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,651 (22.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,714 | 77.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,651 | 22.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,365 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Saluda County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,790 | 24.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,890 | 39.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,237 | 16.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,448 | 19.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,365 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Saluda County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,303 (72.8%) | 487 (27.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,358 (81.6%) | 532 (18.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 954 (77.1%) | 283 (22.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,099 (75.9%) | 349 (24.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,714 (77.6%) | 1,651 (22.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Saluda County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 577 (51.4%) | 546 (48.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,021 (79.7%) | 515 (20.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,797 (79.5%) | 462 (20.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,319 (91.1%) | 128 (8.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Saluda County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 927 | 12.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,244 | 16.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,195 | 16.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,742 | 23.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,279 | 17.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 700 | 9.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 278 | 3.8% |
| Total | 7,365 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Saluda County
Median Income by Occupancy in Saluda County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,714 (77.6%) | $61,280 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,651 (22.4%) | $31,008 |
| Average | 7,365 (100.0%) | $51,041 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Saluda County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 223 (3.9%) | 100 (6.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 39 (0.7%) | 23 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 188 (3.3%) | 244 (14.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 267 (4.7%) | 186 (11.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 331 (5.8%) | 140 (8.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 474 (8.3%) | 227 (13.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 962 (16.8%) | 199 (12.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,061 (18.6%) | 274 (16.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 715 (12.5%) | 161 (9.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 794 (13.9%) | 78 (4.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 660 (11.6%) | 19 (1.1%) |
| Total | 5,714 (100.0%) | 1,651 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Saluda County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 982 (17.2%) | 32 (1.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,866 (32.7%) | 192 (11.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 848 (14.8%) | 500 (30.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 315 (5.5%) | 249 (15.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 866 (15.2%) | 277 (16.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 491 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 195 (3.4%) | 19 (1.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 92 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 59 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,714 (100.0%) | 1,651 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Saluda County
Housing Structures in Saluda County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,706 | 63.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 56 | 0.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 22 | 0.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 89 | 1.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 131 | 1.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 6 | 0.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,355 | 32.0% |
| Total | 7,365 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Saluda County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,996 (84.9%) | 710 (15.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 23 (41.1%) | 33 (58.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 89 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 131 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,695 (72.0%) | 660 (28.0%) |
| Total | 5,714 (77.6%) | 1,651 (22.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Saluda County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 59 (1.0%) | 80 (4.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 158 (2.8%) | 50 (3.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,931 (33.8%) | 1,051 (63.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,553 (44.7%) | 302 (18.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,013 (17.7%) | 168 (10.2%) |
| Total | 5,714 (100.0%) | 1,651 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Saluda County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 488 (8.5%) | 111 (6.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 728 (12.7%) | 136 (8.2%) |
| Electricity | 4,136 (72.4%) | 1,248 (75.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 92 (1.6%) | 29 (1.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 246 (4.3%) | 98 (5.9%) |
| No Fuel Used | 24 (0.4%) | 29 (1.8%) |
| Total | 5,714 (100.0%) | 1,651 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Saluda County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 135 (2.4%) | 243 (14.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,071 (18.7%) | 511 (30.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,437 (42.6%) | 731 (44.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,071 (36.2%) | 166 (10.1%) |
| Total | 5,714 (100.0%) | 1,651 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Saluda County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Saluda County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,568 | 2,146 |
| Median Property Value | $84,100 | $192,900 |
| Median Household Income | $46,441 | $397 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $372 | $59 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $530 | $135 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Saluda County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 811 (22.7%) | 193 (9.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,131 (31.7%) | 283 (13.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,145 (32.1%) | 1,008 (47.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 284 (8.0%) | 466 (21.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 98 (2.8%) | 141 (6.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 65 (1.8%) | 41 (1.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 34 (0.9%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| Total | 3,568 (100.0%) | 2,146 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Saluda County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 180 (5.0%) | 132 (6.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 572 (16.0%) | 82 (3.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 366 (10.3%) | 214 (10.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 769 (21.5%) | 108 (5.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 716 (20.1%) | 193 (9.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 351 (9.8%) | 345 (16.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 351 (9.8%) | 364 (17.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 263 (7.4%) | 443 (20.6%) |
| Total | 3,568 (100.0%) | 2,146 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Saluda County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,811 (50.8%) | 85,952 (4,005.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 567 (15.9%) | 914 (42.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 164 (4.6%) | 337 (15.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 956 (26.8%) | 312 (14.5%) |
| Total | 3,568 (100.0%) | 2,146 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Saluda County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,030 (56.9%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 652 (18.3%) | 843 (39.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 541 (15.2%) | 570 (26.6%) |
| Total | 3,568 (100.0%) | 2,146 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Saluda County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Saluda County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,201 (95.1%) | 62 (4.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,746 (82.8%) | 569 (17.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 907 (73.3%) | 331 (26.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,344 (79.2%) | 353 (20.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,707 (75.5%) | 553 (24.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,823 (73.3%) | 665 (26.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,338 (83.5%) | 463 (16.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,115 (99.1%) | 19 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,488 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,669 (83.9%) | 3,015 (16.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Saluda County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,201 (95.1%) | 62 (4.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,746 (82.8%) | 569 (17.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 907 (73.3%) | 331 (26.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Saluda County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,344 (75.3%) | 767 (24.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,421 (77.9%) | 971 (22.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,115 (80.8%) | 739 (19.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,339 (89.2%) | 283 (10.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,365 (96.5%) | 159 (3.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Saluda County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 828 (65.6%) | 384 (30.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,623 (49.0%) | 1,267 (38.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 144 (11.6%) | 777 (62.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 404 (23.8%) | 1,087 (64.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 337 (14.9%) | 1,423 (63.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 426 (17.1%) | 1,509 (60.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 520 (18.6%) | 2,024 (72.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,075 (97.2%) | 1,146 (53.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,473 (99.0%) | 996 (66.9%) |
| Total | 7,830 (41.9%) | 10,613 (56.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Saluda County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 12 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 85 (5.1%) | 52 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 45 (2.5%) | 155 (9.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 786 (20.0%) | 547 (15.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 360 (33.7%) | 337 (31.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 327 (49.8%) | 311 (37.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Saluda County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 12 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 206 (5.2%) | 137 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 111 (10.4%) | 79 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 226 (34.4%) | 80 (9.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (0.8%) | 28 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 120 (3.1%) | 132 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 53 (5.0%) | 126 (11.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 86 (13.1%) | 57 (6.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 62 (3.7%) | 52 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 32 (1.8%) | 128 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 321 (8.2%) | 140 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 48 (4.5%) | 184 (17.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 151 (23.0%) | 44 (5.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 28 (1.5%) | 24 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 337 (8.6%) | 384 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 256 (24.0%) | 250 (23.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 224 (34.1%) | 235 (28.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 191 (4.9%) | 169 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (6.0%) | 88 (8.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 119 (18.1%) | 54 (6.5%) |
Technology Access in Saluda County
Computing Device Access in Saluda County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,689 | 63.7% |
| Smartphone | 6,163 | 83.7% |
| Tablet | 3,488 | 47.4% |
| No Computing Device | 723 | 9.8% |
| Total | 7,365 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Saluda County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 23 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 3,251 | 44.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,777 | 24.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 795 | 10.8% |
| No Internet | 1,681 | 22.8% |
| Total | 7,365 | 100.0% |
Saluda County Summary
Saluda County, South Carolina is located in the northwest corner of the state, and is part of the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson Combined Statistical Area. It is bordered by Edgefield, Greenwood, and McCormick counties to the north, Aiken County to the east, Lexington County to the south, and Abbeville County to the west. The county seat is Saluda, and the population was 20,926 as of the 2010 census.
History
Saluda County was formed in 1895 from parts of Edgefield, Greenwood, and McCormick counties. It was named for the Saluda River, which runs through the county. The county was home to several Native American tribes, including the Catawba, Cherokee, and Yamasee. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1700s, and the county was officially established in 1895.
The county was largely agricultural in the early 20th century, with cotton and tobacco being the main crops. The county also had a thriving timber industry, and the town of Saluda was a major railroad hub. The county was also home to several textile mills, which provided employment for many of the county’s residents.
Geography
Saluda County is located in the northwest corner of South Carolina, and is part of the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson Combined Statistical Area. It is bordered by Edgefield, Greenwood, and McCormick counties to the north, Aiken County to the east, Lexington County to the south, and Abbeville County to the west. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 437 square miles is land and 4.2 square miles is water.
The county is located in the Piedmont region of South Carolina, and is mostly flat with rolling hills. The Saluda River runs through the county, and there are several lakes and reservoirs, including Lake Murray, Lake Greenwood, and Lake Thurmond. The county is also home to several state parks, including Paris Mountain State Park and Sumter National Forest.
Economy
The economy of Saluda County is largely based on agriculture, with cotton and tobacco being the main crops. The county also has a thriving timber industry, and the town of Saluda is a major railroad hub. The county is also home to several textile mills, which provide employment for many of the county’s residents.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics plant. The county is also home to several retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter and several grocery stores.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Saluda County was 20,926. The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 17.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the county was $19,945. About 15.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Saluda County?
Total Population of Saluda County is 18,952.
What is the Total Male Population of Saluda County?
Total Male Population of Saluda County is 9,903.
What is the Total Female Population of Saluda County?
Total Female Population of Saluda County is 9,049.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Saluda County?
There are 109.44 Males per 100 Females in Saluda County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Saluda County?
There are 91.38 Females per 100 Males in Saluda County.
What is the Median Population Age in Saluda County?
Median Population Age in Saluda County is 43.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Saluda County
Average Family Size in Saluda County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Saluda County
Average Household Size in Saluda County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Saluda County?
Per Capita income in Saluda County is $27,912.
What is the Median Family Income in Saluda County?
Median Family Income in Saluda County is $61,663.
What is the Median Household income in Saluda County?
Median Household Income in Saluda County is $51,041.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Saluda County?
Income or Wage Gap in Saluda County is 15.5%.
Women in Saluda County earn 84.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Saluda County?
Family Income Deficit in Saluda County is $7,774.
Families that are below poverty line in Saluda County earn $7,774 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Saluda County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Saluda County is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Saluda County?
There are 8,366 People in the Labor Forcein in Saluda County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Saluda County?
54.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Saluda County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Saluda County?
Unemployment Rate in Saluda County is 3.3%.